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FIU Law Review

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Four Basic Postulates Concerning Women And Workplace Bullying In The United States, David C. Yamada Jan 2023

Four Basic Postulates Concerning Women And Workplace Bullying In The United States, David C. Yamada

FIU Law Review

Responding to Kerri Lynn Stone's "Panes of the Glass Ceiling," this article delves into the pervasive issue of workplace bullying and its nuanced impact on women in professional settings. Stone's book identifies distinct "panes" of gender bias hindering women's progress, with a focus on workplace bullying as a major sub-theme. The essay proposes four postulates, drawing on national surveys by the Workplace Bullying Institute and articles from the author's professional blog, Minding the Workplace. Emphasizing the disproportionate targeting of women, the role of male perpetrators, complexities surrounding female perpetrators, and the potential of anti-bullying laws, the essay contributes to understanding …


Shattering Stereotypes, Stephanie Bornstein Jan 2023

Shattering Stereotypes, Stephanie Bornstein

FIU Law Review

Amidst the paradoxical landscape of gender progress and regression, this article explores the intricate intersection of recent legal developments and persistent gender disparities. As the U.S. Supreme Court attains near gender parity, paradoxically, its Dobbs opinion overturns Roe v. Wade, spotlighting the precarious state of reproductive autonomy. Professor Kerri Stone's seminal work, "Panes of the Glass Ceiling," illuminates pervasive gender stereotypes shaping workplace dynamics. Beyond examining stereotyping's legal implications, Stone reveals the "unspoken beliefs" manifesting as distinct "panes" of the glass ceiling. This analysis delves into each pane, underscoring the evolving challenges facing women in contemporary workplaces and offering a …