California Settles Sexual Harassment Suit Against Treasurer for $350,000

State Treasurer Fiona Ma denies allegations but the settlement ends a three-year legal battle with former employee Judith Blackwell.

Judith Blackwell alleged that Fiona Ma exposed herself and climbed into her bed during work trips.
A judge dismissed Blackwell's claims of racial discrimination and wrongful termination but allowed the sexual harassment case to proceed.
The settlement agreement specifies no admission of wrongdoing by Ma or the state.
Ma, who is running for lieutenant governor, expressed disappointment over the settlement, calling it a 'business decision' by the Department of Justice.
Blackwell's attorney stated that the settlement vindicates his client, despite Ma's claims of victory.