In today's workplace climate, the sexual harassment case between Joanna Capshaw and CapraTek is extremely relevant. It is likely that you will face a similar situation some time in your HRM career and you will need to be prepared to think legally about the facts of the case as well as the arguments from both sides.

Scenario

CapraTek has a long history as a leader in the design and manufacture of computer server components and continues to provide innovative solutions to meet industry needs. They have met the demands of the digital economy by offering a wide range of server products, chassis, and server management tools.

Despite their successes in the marketplace, however, CapraTek has faced some internal challenges. One such challenge involved Joanna Capshaw and her allegations of sexual harassment and her career at CapraTek. Thoroughly listen or read through the multimedia presentation and analyze the issues and legal argument for both sides of the dispute.

Analyze the legal issue(s) raised in the case Capshaw Versus CapraTek using the IRAC case analysis process.

• Watch CapraTek: Capshaw Versus CapraTek.
• Use LawNerds.com, Inc. (n.d.). The IRAC formula. Retrieved from http://www.lawnerds.com/guide/irac.html

Part 1: Write a 2-3-page script for an oral argument in defense of the organization.

• This should be solely from the perspective of an attorney for the organization.
• The following is the oral argument format that should be followed:
  • Facts: Analyze the facts involved in the case, from your side's perspective.
  • Issues: Analyze facts or legal principles in dispute in the case.
  • Rule(s): Identify the law or legislation related to the case that supports your side's perspective.
  • Analysis: Apply the identified rule to the issues in your case. Address the weaknesses in your side's case and consider the opposite side of the case.
  • Conclusion: Summarize and describe the logical outcome of the case.
  • Relief Requested: What relief are you requesting from the court, and why?

Part 2: Write a 2-3-page script for the head of HR to make an oral presentation for HR leadership.

• This should be solely from the perspective of the head of HR regarding possible changes to HRM policies and organizational practices that would improve fairness, productivity, and worker morale as it relates to workplace discrimination.
• Describe the potential impact of a workplace discrimination charge levied at this organization.
• Identify related laws or legislation that supports this perspective.
• Summarize a logical case outcome.