Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can significantly impact an employee's well-being and career. Unfortunately, many employees hesitate to report instances of sexual harassment, even when they know it is the right thing to do. Learn about why...
Sexual Harassment
What can you use to prove sexual harassment at work?
Sexual harassment on the job still occurs across many businesses. If you have had to deal with it, you may want to report it but hesitate because of a lack of proof. There are steps you can take now to help strengthen a future case. The only way to stop sexual...
3 cultural factors that contribute to workplace sexual harassment
While no California industry is immune to sexual harassment, research shows that certain organizational factors make it more likely to occur in some environments than others. When sexual harassment does occur within a particular business, it has the potential to make...
What constitutes sexual harassment?
In a professional setting, employers must create a welcoming and healthy environment for the entire staff. This includes deterring sexual harassment, which is unfortunately a continuous problem in numerous workplaces. While it is ultimately up to the employer to...
How to document workplace sexual harassment
Sexual harassment is an unfortunate reality in many California industries, and your chances of falling victim to it are higher if you are a female. When someone in your place of employment does harass you in a sexual manner, you may be able to strengthen a subsequent...
Sexual harassment of women in trucking often goes unreported
While you run the risk of facing sexual harassment in any California work environment, research shows that women face higher rates of sexual harassment in some fields than in others. In general, sexual harassment is often more common in male-dominated industries, and...
Recoverable damages for workplace sexual harassment
Sexual harassment in the workplace can have a devastating emotional and even financial impact on victims. If you experience sexual harassment at work and go through all the proper channels within the company to stop it to no avail, you still have legal options. When...
Making a claim of sexual harassment in the workplace
Perhaps you have been working in an environment made increasingly uncomfortable by the behavior of a coworker. You describe this behavior as sexual harassment and are willing to file a claim over the issue. But what exactly is the law and how will the court react? A...
How litigation can affect your sexual harassment claim
Litigation is the process of settling a dispute in a court of law. Victims of exploitation in the workplace often think that litigation is the best option for bringing a dangerous individual to justice and receiving fair compensation. If you file a sexual harassment...
Are you experiencing sexual harassment at work?
Experiencing sexual harassment at your workplace in California can interfere with your job and jeopardize your productivity. In serious cases, you might feel unsafe and afraid to go to work. Despite your discomfort, you may wonder if the actions against you qualify as...