Workplace Sexual Harassment
Do you feel that you have been a victim of sexual harassment? No one should feel unsafe or uncomfortable in their work environment. You deserve to feel safe and protected. Workplace sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.
Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace is prevalent and can be detrimental to employee health and well-being. Due to society’s significant increase in awareness regarding sexual harassment, there are a variety of resources to help those who have been affected get justice.
Your Sexual Harassment Attorney
Protecting employees from sexual harassment is of the upmost importance in maintaining a safe work environment. Unwelcome advances and behavior can create a hostile work environment, affecting employee’s well being. Lott Law is an experienced sexual harassment attorney ready to fight for your employee rights. To learn more about the nuances of these categories contact Lott Law.
Q: What Types Of Sexual Harassment Are There?
Workplace Sexual Harassment – California Labor Code 12950
Sexual Harassment in the workplace can be discussed in two categories:
- Quid Pro Quo – This Latin phrase meaning “this for that” is used to describe sexual harassment that occurs when sexual favors are requested or demanded in exchange for something.
- Hostile Work Environment – This environment is created when harassment is serious and repeated and occurs where the victim’s work environment is objectively hostile and abusive.
Q: What Are Common Sexual Harassment Violations?
Now that we have identified the broader categories, we can look at specific situations where sexual harassment can be claimed. The most common workplace violations include:
- Harassing sexual jokes or comments
- Inappropriate touching
- Verbal threats
- Aggressive or repeated requests for sexual favors
- Showing favoritism based on sex
Under California law, the offensive conduct does not need to be motivated by sexual desire specifically, but can also include violations based upon:
- An employee’s actual or perceived sex or gender-identity
- Actual or perceived sexual orientation
- Pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions
Contact A Sexual Harassment Lawyer Today
If you believe that you have experienced one or more of the many forms of sexual harassment in the workplace, we can help identify violations and get you on a path to the justice you deserve. Lott Law is committed to supporting you through the litigation process, fighting for your rights and ensuring that your voice is heard.
