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​Olive Garden and Darden supporting sex Offenders

​August – December 2025 – Intentional Suppression: Allegations and witness statements indicate that management (specifically Brenda Hernandez) actively discouraged the minor from disclosing these events to family or law enforcement, citing "workplace drama" and potential job loss as deterrents.​January 4, 2026 – Public Records Verification: Advocates for The Culture Effect Inc. verified via the public registry that Forbus is a Registered Sex Offender. This information was readily available, yet management allegedly failed to implement necessary safeguards or restrictive supervision.​January 9, 2026 – Field Observation: During a site visit, our advocates observed Mr. Forbus in close proximity to minor employees, indicating a continued lack of protective measures by Olive Garden management.​Management Admission: During an inquiry by our advocates, manager Eryn Armstrong stated: "I hire sex offenders... who do you think half of the employees are?" This statement demonstrates an institutional disregard for the safety of the minor workforce.​Retaliatory Termination: Following the minor’s attempts to address her safety concerns, her employment was terminated. The Culture Effect Inc. classifies this as a retaliatory action against a minor for seeking protection from a known offender.​III. STATUTORY VIOLATIONS & LEGAL AUTHORITY​The Culture Effect Inc. provides formal notice that the documented conduct appears to be in breach of the following Oklahoma laws:​Mandatory Reporting (10A O.S. § 1-2-101): The duty to report child abuse is immediate and nondelegable. Willful failure to report is a criminal offense.​Child Endangerment (21 O.S. § 852.1): Permitting a known offender access to a minor after reports of misconduct constitutes "knowingly permitting the physical or sexual abuse of a child."From: The Culture Effect INC La’Ron Marshall

Date of experience: Jan 04, 2026