DFEH says Activision Blizzard interfering with workplace investigation

The State of California is also expanding its lawsuit against Activision Blizzard.

What you need to know


Activision Blizzard is currently facing a lawsuit.
The lawsuit alleges systemic sexist workplace behavior and abuse.
A new report indicates Activision Blizzard human resources shredded documents related to this investigation.
California is expanding its lawsuit to include temporary workers as well as full-time employees.


As shared by Axios, Activision Blizzard HR reportedly shredded documents related to the recent investigation. This two-year investigation explored complaints of a sexist workplace environment and abuse, resulting in a lawsuit against Activision Blizzard.

The State of California is expanding its lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, amending its complaints to add in temporary workers, who are also protected against harassment and receive equal pay opportunities. The amended complaint notes that the Department of Fair Employment & Housing (DFEH) was "inform...

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