Melissa Frank Jul 14 5:59pm Last reply Jul 15 2:14am Reply from Melissa Frank Good afternoon, everyone, If I had to pick one option based on the situation described, I chose the woman who was passed over for promotion due to sex discrimination. Of all the ways the woman could pursue a legal claim, I suggest she pursue mediation as the first step. Mediation allows both parties to collaborate and actively find a resolution, sometimes leading to a more satisfactory outcome for all involved. It also provides a more informal setting compared to arbitration or court litigation. It also can be less time-consuming and less expensive than a lawsuit, and it allows the parties to maintain more control over the outcome, empowering them in the process. In this case, mediation could allow for a positive resolution. Reply