Attorneys general from New York and California announced a joint investigation into allegations of “employment discrimination and a hostile work environment” within the NFL office, according to a press release from the New York AG. Here’s what you need to know:
- According to the release, the investigation will examine the workplace culture of the NFL and allegations made by former employees, including potential violations of federal and state pay equity laws and anti-discrimination laws.
- The attorneys general issued subpoenas to the NFL on Thursday seeking relevant information.
Backstory
The attorneys general pointed to an article from the New York Times in Feb. 2022 in which more than 30 former female employees alleged gender discrimination and retaliation after they had filed complaints with the NFL’s human resources division. Two months later, New York attorney general Letitia James led a coalition in sending a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to express concerns and call on the league to address allegations of workplace inequity.
What they’re saying
“No person should ever have to endure harassment, discrimination, or abuse in the workplace,” James said in a statement. “No matter how powerful or influential, no institution is above the law, and we will…
