Sexual Harassment
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Acts of sexual harassment are unconscionable and cannot be tolerated in the workplace. In too many instances, however, employees and supervisors commit horrific acts of harassment. Whether you are forced to endure a hostile work environment, or have been propositioned by a manager, you need to talk to a lawyer immediately.
In the State of California, unlawful sexual harassment in the workplace occurs when an individual directs inappropriate, negative, or unwanted conduct toward an employee based on their gender, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, or other sex-related reasons. Sexual harassment can be exhibited in a number of ways, and it is not always easily identifiable. If you or someone you know has faced sexual harassment in the workplace, a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney can help.
California law protects workers from sexual harassment. SANFORD A. KASSEL, A Professional Law Corporation is committed to ensuring affected workers receive the compensation they deserve when subjected to unwarranted harassment and discrimination in the workplace.
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Behaviors That Can Be Considered Sexual Harassment
As previously mentioned, sexual harassment can take many forms, including through online platforms. With the rise of social media, workers are now more than ever able to communicate with their coworkers outside of work. Unfortunately, the Internet has also led to an increase in sexual harassment in the workplace. Whether the harassment from a coworker or employer takes place in the workplace, out on social media, via e-mail, or text messages, common violations can include:
- Groping or Unwanted Touching
- Unwelcome Sexual Advances
- Requests for sexual favors
- Expressing favoritism based on sex
- Sexually Explicit Materials in the Workplace (visual harassment, such as posters, pictures, gifs, or videos)
- Graphic or Degrading Language (innuendos or derogatory comments)
- Inappropriate Jokes of a Sexual Nature
- Unwanted Emails
- Unwanted Phone Calls or Text Messages
- Stalking
NOTE: It is important to recognize that sexual harassment does not need to be influenced by sexual desire in order for it to be illegal. There are many forms of conduct that could be considered improper, but are not illegal. Sexual harassment can also be influenced by bigotry, meanness, or even personal gratification.
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Employers have a responsibility to their employees to try to prevent acts of sexual harassment by supervisors and other employees. When employers fail in this duty and allow sexual harassment to go unchecked, they must be held to account. Although not always clear, sexual harassment is a serious matter that should not go unpunished. If you have reason to believe you have been the victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, contact the compassionate and professional support of an experienced attorney.
The attorneys at SANFORD A. KASSEL, A Professional Law Corporation, understand that sexual harassment cases are some of the most challenging cases a worker can face. Our attorneys recognize that businesses will be very reluctant to admit that sexual harassment took place. As a result, discovering and gathering evidence of harassment is perhaps the single most important part of any case. We will work relentlessly to uncover all of the evidence in order to negotiate from a position of strength, or go to trial if necessary.
To ensure whether you have a case or if you would like professional advice as to how you can protect yourself from future harassment, please contact the attorneys at SANFORD A. KASSEL, A Professional Law Corporation for a free, no-obligation consultation. Schedule your appointment by filling out our confidential Contact Form.
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