Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson

Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson was a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case in 1986 that addressed sexual harassment in the workplace. It involved a bank employee, Mechelle Vinson, who claimed she faced sexual advances and retaliation from her supervisor. The Court ruled that a claim of hostile work environment could be established even if the employee did not suffer a loss of job benefits, emphasizing that unwelcome sexual conduct can create an intimidating atmosphere. This decision significantly shaped workplace policies on sexual harassment, affirming that employers can be held liable for such behavior by their employees.