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Whitney L. Barr Featured in CBA Record

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Caffarelli & Associates associate attorney Whitney L. Barr is featured in the March/April 2026 issue of the CBA Record, where she explores the important role juries should play in sexual-harassment cases. Whitney argues that courts too often dismiss these claims at summary judgment, even though they turn on fact-intensive questions about workplace conduct, harm, and credibility. Her article explains why juries are often better positioned to evaluate whether harassment was severe enough to violate the law and why preserving that role matters for fairness, accountability, and deterrence. We are proud of Whitney for contributing her insight on an issue that remains critically important to employees seeking justice. You can access the article here.

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