Oftentimes, people who are experiencing sexual harassment on the job will not report it. This sometimes becomes clear when one person finally comes forward to make their report, and others join in, indicating that similar things have been happening to them for months...
Sexual Harassment
What does “quid pro quo” harassment mean?
"Quid pro quo," in a general sense, is just a term relating to an exchange. This could be an exchange of goods or services. One thing of value is being offered in exchange for another. In the context of sexual harassment, then, quid pro quo harassment is when a person...
Workers have rights when customers sexually harass them
Conversations about workplace sexual harassment typically focus on cases where co-workers or supervisors harass an employee. Many of the worst cases of harassment involve groups targeting individuals or those in positions of authority abusing their power. Workplace...
What evidence helps support a sexual harassment case?
When you experience sexual harassment at work, you may feel scared, confused or unsure about what counts as proof of the unwelcome behavior. Evidence is vital as it affects how your employer responds and how a court evaluates your claim. If you are planning to report...
Should you sign an NDA after workplace harassment?
Facing harassment in a professional environment is an exhausting and often isolating experience. When an employer offers a settlement package, it might feel like a necessary step toward closing a painful chapter of your life. However, these packages typically include...
When do inappropriate jokes become sexual harassment?
You have multiple workplace protections aimed at keeping you safe on the job. Yet, employers and co-workers violate these protections all time. Sadly, though, many workers fail to realize when they’ve been subjected to egregious behavior like sexual harassment, which...
How does sexual harassment happen in the digital workplace?
If you're working remotely, you might feel safer from workplace sexual harassment. But the truth is, working from home only shields you from physical harassment. People find ways to continue their inappropriate behavior online. Below are five ways they may do...
Should you go back to work after sexual harassment?
Experiencing sexual harassment at work can be traumatizing and the effects can last a lifetime. Although you may succeed if you assert your rights under the law to be free of sexual harassment at work, you might seriously question if you should return to work after...
6 subtle signs of sexual harassment at work
Sexual harassment at work is not always blatant. It can manifest in subtle ways that might leave you feeling uncomfortable but unsure if it is worth reporting. Recognizing these subtle signs is crucial for maintaining a safe and respectful workplace. Here is how to...
When speaking up against sexual harassment results in retaliation
For many survivors, enduring sexual harassment in the workplace is both traumatizing and frustrating. Coping with unwanted sexual advances is already incredibly difficult. Yet, those who muster the courage to report such behavior often find themselves unsupported by...
