Disputes Mocking manager’s accent was harassment, Irish tribunal finds Owner of Dublin café did not deny nicknaming employee “Sofía Vergara” before Workplace Relations Commission iStock.com/Derick Hudson Image Jenna Lomax Community Editor Tuesday 26 May 2026 A café manager who says she was mocked for her accent has been awarded over €7,000 after a tribunal found she had suffered harassment and been unfairly dismissed. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Disputes When investigations go wrong: Lessons from “mock” Irish accent dispute Disputes Welcome DIFC ruling clarifies discrimination, victimisation law Disputes EEOC settles discrimination lawsuit with long-term staffer Disputes Michael Jackson impression not a fireable offence, tribunal rules