Workplaces should foster productivity and professional growth—not intimidation, discomfort, or fear. Yet, for too many California workers, sexual harassment is a reality, lurking behind closed office doors, inappropriate messages, and power imbalances. The law is clear: Workplace sexual harassment is illegal. But understanding your rights, recognizing unlawful behavior, and...
Experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace is already a traumatic ordeal. When employees decide to speak up and file a complaint, they hope that the company will respond in good conscience and stop the misconduct. Fear of retaliation for reporting sexual harassment can add another layer of stress and...
You have the power to confront and overcome verbal sexual harassment, especially within professional settings. What is verbal sexual harassment in the workplace? Usually, this is synonymous with a “hostile work environment.” It refers to unwelcome and offensive comments or behaviors of a sexual nature that create a hostile...
You do not have to be the target of someone’s sexually discriminatory behavior to be a victim of sexual harassment in the workplace. Sexual harassment can be direct or indirect. If you believe you are the victim of harassment, you should consult with one of our top-tier attorneys at...
Politely asking a coworker on a single date, with no further actions after a decline, does not constitute harassment under EEOC guidelines. If you spend a lot of time with someone, you have a good chance of taking a romantic interest in them. But what happens if the person...
Suffering from sexual harassment at work is unacceptable, no matter who commits the harassment. You may know your boss and coworkers can’t harass or discriminate against you, but what happens if a third-party vendor acts this way? This is an unfortunately common scenario as clients and third parties sometimes...
Neither your sex nor your gender should dictate how you are treated at work or what job benefits you receive. If your employer treats you poorly because of your sex, gender, gender expression, or sexual orientation, your employer could be liable for sexual harassment, and you might be entitled...
At King & Siegel LLP, we have helped hundreds of workers hold employers accountable through legal actions. If you have been sexually harassed at work, we are here to help. Call us today at 213-465-4802! To give yourself the best chance to adequately resolve workplace sexual harassment, you need to...
Imagine you’re an employee hoping for an upcoming promotion at your company. You’ve been working hard for months, and your manager thinks the position is as good as yours. However, before the final decision, your boss approaches you and suggests you go out for drinks. You’re married and would...
There are many ways someone in your workplace can violate state or federal anti-harassment laws, and that includes non-verbal sexual harassment. In this article, we will identify some examples of non-verbal misconduct and guide you through how to initiate a harassment complaint. At King & Siegel LLP, our experienced...