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JPMorgan Exec sued for sexual, racial abuse allegations

5/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A New York County Court lawsuit accuses JPMorgan Chase executive director Lorna Hajdini of sexual and racial abuse.
Plaintiff John Doe, a senior vice-president, says the misconduct began in spring 2024.
Doe reported the behavior to HR in May 2025 and was locked out, placed on leave, and lost his position.
JPMorgan Chase says its review found no evidence and dismissed the claims because the complainant refused to cooperate.

History

Historical Context

In 1991 Anita Hill testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about alleged harassment by Justice Clarence Thomas, leading to a three-day hearing and a 52-48 Senate vote that heightened public awareness of workplace misconduct. The 2025 New York County Court suit by JPMorgan Chase executive Lorna Hajdini accusing vice-president John Doe of similar power-based abuse shows the issue’s persistence despite reforms sparked by Hill’s testimony.

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Story summary

A New York County Court lawsuit accuses JPMorgan Chase executive director Lorna Hajdini of sexual and racial abuse.
Plaintiff John Doe, a senior vice-president, says the misconduct began in spring 2024.
Doe reported the behavior to HR in May 2025 and was locked out, placed on leave, and lost his position.
JPMorgan Chase says its review found no evidence and dismissed the claims because the complainant refused to cooperate.

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