1989

A woman filed a complaint against the Illinois Department of Corrections alleging that she had been sexually harassed by her immediate supervisor, and was discharged in retaliation after she opposed the harassment and filed charges. An Administrative Law Judge found the harassment sufficient to create a hostile work environment and determined that her dismissal was retaliatory. Her reinstatement and monetary relief were recommended. The Illinois Human Rights Commission upheld the decision, awarding the woman back pay, benefits, medical expenses, attorneys' fees, and costs.