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Senior EA exec sacked over using word "dick" in meeting with female colleague, court told

Summary

In a High Court hearing on 6 December 2018, the court considered the dismissal of 56‑year‑old Jean Philippe Grenet, Senior Director of Global Delivery Service at Electronic Arts Ireland. Grenet was fired after a complaint that he had made a vulgar remark to a female colleague in a video call on 9 November. He denies saying the alleged phrase, claiming he said, "I don't want to compare the length of my dick." He argues the comment was a clumsy, ill‑advised expression and that the complaint was motivated by malice, as the complainant had previously applied for his role and had a negative attitude toward him. Grenet's lawyers obtained a temporary injunction preventing EA from terminating his employment or appointing a replacement. They argue no proper investigation or fair procedures were followed and that EA's disciplinary process was flawed. The case remains at the High Court stage, with the injunction set to be reviewed next week.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Senior EA exec sacked over using word "dick" in meeting with female colleague, court told. Charges or matters: gross misconduct; breach of Harassment and Equality Policy. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• November 9th Hearing Or Sentence
• November 14th Other
• 2018-12-06 Publication

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