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WestJet faces potential class-action lawsuit over alleged workplace harassment

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WATCH ABOVE: WestJet flight attendants have launched a second lawsuit against the airline, alleging it doesn’t provide a harassment-free workplace for its female employees – Apr 5, 2016

A former WestJet flight attendant has launched a second lawsuit against the airline, alleging it doesn’t provide a harassment-free workplace for its female employees.

Mandalena Lewis filed documents in British Columbia Supreme Court Monday, asking that the case be granted class-action status on behalf of all WestJet female flight attendants.

Lewis originally launched a lawsuit against WestJet earlier this year over allegations the airline didn’t take proper action after she reported being sexually assaulted by a pilot while on a stopover in Hawaii.

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Watch below: Ex-flight attendant sues WestJet for negligence over sex assault allegations

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Lewis said in a statement she decided to file a class-action case after other women came to her with stories of harassment.

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She said their stories include everything from sexist jokes to unwelcome physical contact.

A spokeswoman for WestJet said the company hasn’t yet been served with the notice of claim so it is not in a position to comment.

None of the allegations made in the court documents have been proven in court.

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