As per the reports, in Massage Envy- the largest chain of massage spas in the United States more than 180 women have been sexually assaulted when they were customers.
The report published comes amid a wave of sexual assault complaints against high-profile American men, which has compelled some companies to revisit their policies against workplace sexual misconduct.
More than 180 spa customers had filed lawsuits, police reports or state board complaints of alleged sexual assault against spa employees or the national company. Dozens of women have alleged digital and oral penetration during massages.
According to the report, with over 100 saying massage therapists had “groped their genitals, groped their breasts, or committed other explicit violations.” But most sexual misconduct allegations have been ignored, while the employees in question have been able to keep their jobs.
The report also said that massage providers in most states are not legally mandated to report client allegations of sexual assault made in their facilities.
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