Example of a Proper Investigation

The case of Silva v. Lucky Stores, Inc., provides an example of an appropriate harassment investigation.

Two female employees complained that Silva, the store manager, sexually harassed them. The alleged harassment included grabbing and slapping the employees on the buttocks. Other employees confirmed the incidents and related other examples of Silva’s inappropriate behavior around female staff. Lucky terminated Silva, who then sued, claiming breach of an implied contract to terminate only for “just cause.” The lower court dismissed the case. On Silva’s appeal, the Court of Appeal agreed that Silva was terminated in “good faith” and¹