California Attorneys Handling Sexual Harassment Cases
A worker knows sexual harassment when he or she experiences it. However, proving that sexual harassment has taken place on the job can become a "he said, she said" proposition. One person says one thing, another says another, and those with the authority to make right the wrong may have trouble determining the full truth.
Stop Quid Pro Quo and Subtle Sexual Harassment
Learn about your legal rights in the area of sexual harassment. Learn how to prevent it, how to stop it, how to report it and how to pursue justice when it is getting in the way of your ability to do your job. You are entitled to freedom from a hostile work environment. Contact an employer lawyer at the Popelka Law Group to schedule a consultation regarding sexual harassment at your California workplace.
The Scope of Sex Discrimination
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, as is pregnancy discrimination. Sexual harassment may various forms, including the following:
- Hostile work environment
- Unwanted attention of a sexual nature
- Sexy or "dirty" jokes, innuendos or posted images
- Unwelcome physical contact of a sexual nature
- Quid pro quo demands for sexual favors in return for continued employment, raises, promotions or any other benefit on the job
- Retaliatory discharge after reporting of sexual harassment
The Power of Eyewitness Reports
To bring a successful lawsuit alleging sexual harassment in the workplace, it may be necessary to have a witness to the unsavory words or actions of a fellow worker or supervisor. You may have experienced isolated instances of subtle or overt sexual harassment, and wonder how to protect your rights. Or you may have been targeted in serious, frequent overtures that inhibited you from being able to perform your job free of harassment.
You may be entitled to compensation for back pay, damages for emotional distress and payment of attorneys' fees by your employer. Discuss your sexual harassment concerns with an experienced, accomplished employment law attorney. Contact us today.
