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Shipping giant Maersk has settled a lawsuit filed by a former US Merchant Marine Academy student who says she was raped while working on the company’s ship when she was 19 years old

. The company’s US subsidiary Maersk Line, Limited announced the settlement with USMMA graduate Hope Hicks for an undisclosed amount Friday, saying sexual misconduct is “unacceptable” and that the company had initiated “a full program of training, reporting, and accountability internally.” “No matter who and where you are, those who work with us must feel safe and protected in our work environment,” William Woodhour, the company’s chief executive officer, said in a statement.

The Coast Guard previously told CNN that it had investigated the alleged rape as well and referred the case to the Department of Justice, but prosecutors have declined to comment on whether charges would be filed. Hicks filed her lawsuit against Maersk days before her graduation from USMMA.

 

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It's kinda new trend these days. Yrs after the r** happened she wants to file a lawsuit. Cant she just wait few more years like when she turns 90 or something?

Women lie; we need evidence.

Guys, stop.

45 years ago? I am for defending victims but the real ones with proven assault.

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