Reply #27: sometimes it "works"

[shireen]

I'm sorry to hear that the EEOC didn't come though for you. That's really disgusting.

But I hope it won't dissuade others from seriously considering filing charges when it happens to them -- it's a tough decision to make, and each situation is unique

A friend of mine did it when she was being sexually harrassed by her boss. I remember driving her to the EEOC office and waiting in the lobby while she met with an official because I didn't want her to be there alone. Fortunately, our company believed her and the boss was eventually removed from his managerial position. Not long after, he left the company. But sadly, she had to live with resentment from others who though the boss had been unfairly treated. He was a likable guy -- i liked him and thought he was a good boss. But I also believed my friend. It just goes to show how complex these situations are. :(