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Former Executive Accused of Drugging, Harassment in Lawsuit

12/22/2025

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Michael Gowl, Jr., former executive chairman of PAX Services Group, faces allegations of sexual assault and harassment from his ex-assistant, who claims he drugged and raped her multiple times during business trips.
The lawsuit describes a toxic workplace with degrading jokes and racist remarks, and alleges Gowl threatened her life and hired a retired FBI agent to stalk her after she confronted him.
The plaintiff reports suffering from chronic PTSD and severe depression, stating her experience should serve as a cautionary tale.
PAX Services denies the allegations, asserting that the plaintiff was never technically employed by them.

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Story summary

Michael Gowl, Jr., former executive chairman of PAX Services Group, faces allegations of sexual assault and harassment from his ex-assistant, who claims he drugged and raped her multiple times during business trips.
The lawsuit describes a toxic workplace with degrading jokes and racist remarks, and alleges Gowl threatened her life and hired a retired FBI agent to stalk her after she confronted him.
The plaintiff reports suffering from chronic PTSD and severe depression, stating her experience should serve as a cautionary tale.
PAX Services denies the allegations, asserting that the plaintiff was never technically employed by them.