A high-profile workplace dispute at JPMorgan Chase has taken a sharp turn after the bank said its internal investigation found no evidence backing serious sexual harassment allegations made by former employee Chirayu Rana against senior executive Lorna Hajdini. The case, which surfaced earlier this week, drew attention due to the nature of the claims and has now become more complex with conflicting accounts from both sides.
The lawsuit claimed the alleged incidents began soon after he joined JPMorgan’s leveraged finance team in spring 2024. He later filed an internal complaint in May 2025, alleging race- and gender-based harassment and misuse of authority.
According to sources quoted by the New York Post, Rana also attempted to negotiate a multi-million-dollar payout while exiting the firm.
A spokesperson said, “Following an investigation, we don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims,” adding, “While numerous employees cooperated with the investigation, the complainant refused to participate and has declined to provide facts that would be central to support his allegations.”
Her response directly challenges the claims outlined in the lawsuit.
Earlier reports based on the withdrawn filing included claims that Hajdini allegedly visited Rana’s apartment unannounced and forced him into sexual acts.
With serious allegations, a withdrawn court filing, and firm denials from both the accused and the bank, the case remains unresolved.
Lorna Hajdini Case: What are the allegations levelled by Chirayu Rana?
Rana, 35, filed a lawsuit under the pseudonym “John Doe,” accusing Hajdini of sexual abuse and coercion. In the complaint, he alleged that she drugged him with Rohypnol and Viagra and threatened to reduce his bonus if he did not comply, describing the situation as one where he was turned into a “sex slave.”The lawsuit claimed the alleged incidents began soon after he joined JPMorgan’s leveraged finance team in spring 2024. He later filed an internal complaint in May 2025, alleging race- and gender-based harassment and misuse of authority.
According to sources quoted by the New York Post, Rana also attempted to negotiate a multi-million-dollar payout while exiting the firm.
Lorna Hajdini vs Chirayu Rana: What does JPMorgan say?
Responding to the allegations, the bank said its internal review did not find any proof supporting the claims. The investigation, carried out by its HR team and in-house lawyers, included examining phone records and emails.A spokesperson said, “Following an investigation, we don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims,” adding, “While numerous employees cooperated with the investigation, the complainant refused to participate and has declined to provide facts that would be central to support his allegations.”
Lorna Hajdini’s response
Hajdini has strongly denied all accusations. In a statement shared through her lawyers, she said, “Lorna categorically denies the allegations. She never engaged in any inappropriate conduct with this individual of any kind and has never even been to the location where the alleged sexual assault supposedly took place.”Her response directly challenges the claims outlined in the lawsuit.
How did the case come to light?
The controversy became public after the Daily Mail reported on the lawsuit on April 30, 2026, citing details from court documents. However, those documents were later withdrawn for “corrections,” raising fresh questions about the case.Earlier reports based on the withdrawn filing included claims that Hajdini allegedly visited Rana’s apartment unannounced and forced him into sexual acts.
Where does the case stand now?
The lawsuit also names JPMorgan as a defendant, accusing the bank of retaliation and failure to conduct a proper investigation. At the same time, the company maintains that its internal probe found no wrongdoing.With serious allegations, a withdrawn court filing, and firm denials from both the accused and the bank, the case remains unresolved.
