eBay and several former employees have agreed to pay $56 million to a newsletter-writing couple that was targeted by the company's former executives in a harassment campaign in 2019. The couple, Ina and David Steiner, were subjected to a range of intimidation tactics, including anonymous threatening letters and bizarre items in the mail.
eBay pays $56M to couple it terrorized in 2019
UKPulse News DeskA couple who wrote a newsletter criticizing eBay has received a $56 million settlement after being targeted by the company's former executives in a harassment campaign.
- eBay agreed to pay $56 million to a couple it terrorized in 2019
- The couple, Ina and David Steiner, were targeted by eBay's former executives in a harassment campaign
- Seven former eBay employees were criminally charged and pled guilty in relation to the plot
Why this matters: This case highlights the importance of protecting journalists and publishers from corporate harassment and the need for companies to hold their employees accountable for their actions.
What this means for you: If you're a business owner or employee, this case serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a positive and respectful work culture, and the consequences of allowing harassment to occur.