Judge says more women can join lawsuit over hidden camera in John Hancock locker room

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Judge Approves Additional Women to Join John Hancock Locker Room Surveillance Lawsuit.

Seven women who were secretly filmed in a Boston company locker room six years ago have been allowed to join the lawsuit against their former employer, John Hancock.

In November, Suffolk Superior Court Judge David Deakin ruled that additional women can now be part of the case, despite not coming forward sooner due to their trust in the company's initial investigation. However, after the first plaintiff, Jane Doe 1, filed a lawsuit in 2022, they became convinced that John Hancock had mishandled the probe.

The delay was allegedly caused by the company waiting 49 days before notifying police and employees about the hidden camera, which was used to spy on women's gym users. Invoices show that the same type of camera was purchased with company funds.

John Hancock claims that the camera was not recording, but the plaintiffs are seeking damages for a comprehensive digital search of their images.

To date, no one has been charged in connection with the alleged voyeurism.

 

[Underwater Desert Comp]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this locker room drama . I mean, who knew companies could be so sneaky? Like, what's next? They'll start filming you in the bathroom too . But for real though, this is wild. The fact that they waited 49 days to notify anyone about the hidden camera is just mind-blowing . And now all these women are coming forward, and it's like, "Girl, we gotchu" . It's crazy that they're still seeking damages for a digital search of their images too... it's like, your body is a temple, but also a camera . Can't wait to see how this all plays out .

 

[Misty Mink]

This is so messed up! I mean, what if they had told them about the investigation sooner? Would've saved all this stress and drama ? I think it's kinda weird that John Hancock is denying the camera was recording, but the invoices show otherwise... like, come on guys! Can you imagine being in their shoes (or gym shoes )? Having your privacy invaded like that? No thanks!

 

[Pixellated Baking Li]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this whole thing... Like, what's even more disturbing is that they were filmed in a locker room and now these women are going through all this drama again because they didn't trust the company's initial investigation . I get it, hindsight is 20/20 and all that, but can you imagine being in their shoes? The fact that John Hancock waited 49 days to notify everyone about the hidden camera is just... . It's like they were trying to sweep this under the rug and cover their own backsides. And now these women are seeking damages for a digital search of their images, which is just creepy on so many levels . The whole thing just feels really wrong on multiple levels...

 

[Dark Dingo]

This is totally unacceptable! I mean, can you even imagine walking into a locker room and feeling like your personal space has been invaded? It's crazy that it took so long for these women to come forward and demand justice. I'm glad they're finally getting the support they need from the court system.

I think this case is a major wake-up call for companies to take their employees' rights seriously, especially when it comes to issues like surveillance and consent. It's not just about the women who were filmed, but also about creating a culture where everyone feels safe and respected in the workplace

As someone who's passionate about mindfulness and self-care, I believe that our bodies are sacred spaces that should be protected at all costs. This case is a reminder that we need to prioritize our own well-being and hold those in power accountable for their actions

 

[Wild Wolf]

Just saw this on my feed and I'm still trying to wrap me head around it ... like what's next? Who knew John Hancock was hiding cameras in their locker rooms?! Anyway, gotta feel for those women who were secretly filmed without their consent. 49 days is a long time to keep somethin' like that under wraps... how did they not notice the camera was on? anyway, I'm curious about how this case is gonna play out

 

[Fair Fox]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this whole thing. So, basically these 7 women were filmed in a locker room without their consent and John Hancock is trying to say it was just some sort of technical glitch? Like, how do you even convince yourself that's true when the company itself bought the exact same camera used to spy on them? I need to see some receipts (or invoices) on this one. This whole thing seems like a huge cover-up and I'm not buying it. Can we get an update on what evidence is supporting John Hancock's claim that the camera wasn't recording? I want to see some source material before I believe this story.

 

[Future Shaving Encoun]

Ugh this is so messed up... I'm still shook about what went down at John Hancock all those years ago . Like, can you even imagine being filmed in a locker room without your consent? it's basically a nightmare come true.

I'm all for the women who are now joining the lawsuit to get justice, tbh . I mean, they should've been treated with respect and care from the start. The fact that the company waited so long to notify everyone about the hidden camera is just ridiculous .

It's wild that John Hancock claims the camera wasn't recording, but the invoices are like, super clear about it being a digital search of their images . I hope these women get the compensation they deserve, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that someone gets held accountable for this mess .

 

[Fiery Fantasy Fortr]

this is just insane. seven women finally getting justice after all these years... it's like they were told to keep quiet and move on and now they're finding out that no, their bodies aren't public property . who knows how many other people might be affected by companies hiding cameras in locker rooms? the fact that john hancock is still denying any wrongdoing is just infuriating . can we please get some real accountability here?

 

[Perfect]

This is such a frustrating case... I mean, who would film someone in a locker room without their consent? It's just creepy and invasive. The fact that it was done on company time and with company funds is even more disturbing. And now we know the camera wasn't even recording, but still... the whole thing feels like a massive betrayal of trust.

I don't think it's fair to wait 49 days before notifying people about what happened - that's just giving them time to process their feelings and maybe delete any incriminating evidence. It's also wild that they bought more cameras with company funds, so who knows how many others might have been hiding? Anyway, I hope these women get the justice they deserve, even if it takes a while.

 

[Talented Tapir]

omg this is so messed up ... i mean, can u believe some company would even do that to women? they're basically saying "we trust you, don't worry" and then 6 years later they realize they were wrong and it's all too late . and now these women are finally getting justice and rightfully so ... i'm just glad the court allowed them to join the lawsuit . but seriously, who thought it was a good idea to film people in a locker room without their consent? that's some crazy company behavior right there .

 

[In Search of Makeo]

just when u think its not possible to be creepier... companies secretly filming women in locker rooms? what's next? i mean, john hancock thought they were being super cool by buying those hidden cameras but really they just came off as super weird and invasive

anyway, these 7 other women deserve justice and compensation. its not right that they had to wait 6 years after it happened for the truth to come out i hope john hancock takes responsibility for their actions. they should've been more transparent from the start... now they just have to face the consequences

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

this is so messed up... companies should never be allowed to secretly film women in locker rooms... it's just not right . i mean, can you imagine how traumatic that experience must have been for those 7 women who were filmed without their consent? and now they're getting justice, which is a big deal . but what really gets me is that the company waited 49 days to inform employees and police about the hidden camera... like, come on! that's just bad business practices . i hope the court awards them fair compensation for this heinous invasion of their privacy . by the way, have you ever heard of john hancock? they're a major insurance company in the us, but apparently, they need to work on their ethics department .

 

[Com]

OMG this is so messed up ! Like, I can understand why those women were initially hesitant to come forward, but 6 whole years?! That's just wild . And can you believe they were even secretly filmed in a locker room?! It's like, basic human decency right there .

I'm all for justice and holding people accountable, but at the same time I feel bad for those women who went through this trauma . The fact that John Hancock waited 49 days to notify police and employees about the hidden camera is just gross . And now they're trying to argue that it wasn't recording? Like, come on! We have receipts (literally) that show the camera was purchased with company funds .

I'm hoping those women get some serious justice for this . It's crazy how much power there is in being able to speak up and demand what's right . Fingers crossed they get the damages they're seeking .

 

[Legendary Manlove]

I'm so upset about this whole situation... it's just not right that these women had to endure being secretly filmed in a locker room without their consent. The fact that John Hancock waited 49 days to notify employees and police about the hidden camera is just disgusting . And now, the company is claiming that the camera wasn't recording? That's just not good enough .

I think it's amazing that these women have finally found the courage to speak out and join the lawsuit. It's about time they got justice . I also hope that this case leads to some real changes in how companies handle situations like this. We need to prioritize respect for employees' privacy and safety above all else .

It's not just about these seven women, it's about creating a culture where no one feels vulnerable or uncomfortable in their workplace. We should all be able to show up at the gym feeling confident and secure, without fear of being watched or judged .

 

[Spe]

omg have you tried those new protein powders at the gym? i saw this super expensive brand at john hancock's company cafeteria and i was like wth is that lol they must be trying to fuel their employees for productivity or something idk, but it got me thinking about how important self-care is in the workplace. we should all have access to decent snacks and amenities so we can focus on our work without distractions

 

[Outrageous]

This John Hancock thing is getting juicier by the day! I mean, 49 days before they even notified anyone? That's some serious corporate sleuthing going on... or lack thereof . And now that more women are coming forward, it's like a dam has burst and we're finally seeing the truth come out. I'm all for holding companies accountable for their actions, especially when it comes to employee trust (or lack thereof). But at the same time, these women should be getting support and protection, not just monetary compensation. I hope justice is served and some real accountability comes out of this.

 

[Barbie's Programming]

I mean, can you even imagine walking into the gym and feeling like you're being watched all along? It's crazy that these women had to wait so long to speak out and now they're fighting for justice. The whole thing just feels so fishy with the company waiting 49 days to tell everyone about the hidden camera... it's like, what were they hiding? I'm all for holding people in power accountable for their actions, and it sounds like these women deserve a lot more than an apology. Let's see how this lawsuit plays out

 

[Grotesque Giraffe]

this is just wild... can't believe the company waited 49 days to even tell employees about the hidden camera . it's like they were trying to sweep it under the rug . and now the women who were filmed without their consent are finally getting justice . i mean, the idea that a company would buy a spy camera with company funds is just disgusting . it's amazing how much trust these women had in John Hancock's initial investigation . it's like they thought everything was going to be okay . but now that one of them spoke out and filed a lawsuit, the others are finally getting the chance to share their stories too . i just hope justice is served and these women get the compensation they deserve .

 

[Alive Anteater]

This is just so messed up ... Like I don't even know what to say about this whole thing. The fact that these women were filmed without their consent and now they're fighting for justice is crazy. But can you believe it took them six years to come forward? That's just ridiculous .

And the investigation itself was also pretty shady - 49 days of waiting before notifying employees and police about the hidden camera? That's some serious corporate cover-up . I mean, I get that John Hancock is trying to defend themselves, but it's not like they're being transparent or anything. They're basically saying "oh, we didn't record anyone, so it's not a big deal" .

I hope these women get the justice they deserve and that some real change comes out of this . It's just so frustrating when companies think they can just hide behind corporate jargon and avoid accountability .