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...
Sexual Harassment
Be ready for these sexual harassment defenses
You deserve to be safe at work. Yet, if you’re reading this post, then you’ve probably been sexually harassed and are trying to figure out your next steps. Tragically, many New York and New Jersey workers are subjected to harassing behavior. And even when the behavior...
Tips for building your sexual harassment claim
You don’t deserve to be sexually harassed in the workplace. Yet, standing up to your employer and fighting for what’s right can be intimidating. Don’t let your fear of your employer prevent you from taking the legal action necessary to protect your rights. Instead,...
Speak up without fear: Protection against employer retaliation
When caught in situations of sexual harassment or discrimination, employees are in a vulnerable position, having a lot to lose. This applies to both victims and witnesses. Hence, it is understandable that people hesitate to report these misconducts for fear of...
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...
How is sexual harassment a form of workplace discrimination?
New York is a progressive state where people from all walks of life should have the same opportunities as everyone else without experiencing any form of discrimination. Discrimination is treating another person differently and unfairly because of their protected...
How the EEOC addresses sexual harassment at work
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) plays a crucial role in fighting against discrimination at work. This includes upholding laws against workplace racial bias, religious discrimination and sexual harassment. It works to prevent bias against job...
Are employers liable for customers who harass an employee?
Discrimination and harassment in the workplace are sad realities. Worse still, anyone can be a perpetrator, not just their colleagues. Customers can also display unwelcome behavior and contribute to a hostile work environment. If employers do not fix the situation,...
The fight against sexual harassment in the workplace continues
In New York City, all employers must establish a policy against sexual harassment in the workplace and conduct regular employee training programs to prevent sexual harassment. The New York State Department of Labor has a standardized sexual harassment prevention model...
Sexual Harassment: How to reclaim your power
Experiencing sexual harassment can be traumatizing. Victims can feel hopeless and helpless. When it happens in the workplace, it can make the work environment feel generally unsafe. The federal government protects employees from sexual harassment. While this...
