Jared Slater Discusses the Strategic Calculus Behind Harassment Settlements
02.12.2026
Variety

In a recent Variety feature examining the Blake Lively sexual harassment lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, Jared Slater, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup, commented on the broader legal implications of sexual harassment claims in the workplace. His remarks underscore a key reality for employers across the nation today: litigation strategy is often driven as much by risk management as by the merits of the case.