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Lawsuit alleges Citi didn’t adequately shield managing director from sexual harassment

The amended details of a lawsuit filed by Citigroup managing director Ardith Lindsey shed light on a disturbing pattern of alleged sexual harassment and gender discrimination within the bank. Lindsey accused Citigroup of failing to protect her from a supervisor’s violent threats and abuse, which she claims were part of a broader culture of sexual misconduct and discrimination against women.

Lindsey’s lawsuit describes a harrowing experience, alleging that she was coerced into a relationship with her supervisor, Mani Singh, and subjected to threats of violence and abuse when she tried to end it. She provided screenshots of threatening text messages from Singh, which included graphic language and threats against her and her family.

Despite lodging complaints with Citigroup about Singh’s behavior, Lindsey claims that the bank ignored numerous warning signs and failed to take appropriate action. She alleges that the bank fostered an environment where sexual harassment and discrimination were rampant, with male executives engaging in inappropriate behavior without consequence.

The lawsuit paints a disturbing picture of workplace culture at Citigroup, with allegations of strip club visits, excessive drinking, and drug use in the office. Lindsey names several senior executives in her complaint and accuses them of engaging in sexual relationships with subordinates, leading to the departure of female employees from the bank.

These allegations come amid broader scrutiny of gender discrimination and harassment in the financial industry. Similar lawsuits have been filed against other major banks, including Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs, highlighting pervasive issues within the sector.

In response to Lindsey’s lawsuit, Citigroup has emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace. However, the allegations raise serious questions about the bank’s handling of internal complaints and its efforts to address systemic issues of harassment and discrimination.

The lawsuit underscores the importance of creating a culture of accountability and transparency within financial institutions to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees. It also highlights the ongoing challenges in addressing gender discrimination and harassment in male-dominated industries like banking.