As allegations of sexual harassment and assault in various industries continue to surface, one thing we have learned is that even big, established companies with well-staffed human resources departments are ill-equipped in handling these claims.

So what happens when small or family-owned businesses are faced with charges of workplace sexual misconduct from workers? What should a small business do and what steps should they take to address these claims?

Guest:

Michele M. Goldsmith, chair of the labor and employment division at Bergman Dacey Goldsmith; her practice focus involves discrimination claims including sexual harassment