Laguna Hills Sexual Harassment Attorney
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in employment settings and under Title IX of the 1972 Education Act where it relates to sexual harassment occurring in educational settings.
Sexual Harassment, acts of voyeurism and exhibitionism may be considered sexual assault, which can constitute a personal injury. Sexual assault is any unwanted physical contact that is sexual in nature. This includes non-consensual touching, non consensual sexual activity, rape, attempted rape, or any unwanted sexual act which occurs under duress, by force or coercion. If you have been the victim of sexual harassment at work, you could also have a personal injury claim.
Just as the victim of a crime is not to blame, so the victim of sexual assault or harassment is not to blame for the violations against them. These victims often deal with a mix of emotional, psychological, physical and legal consequences. The consequences of sexual harassment at work are often exacerbated for the victim who is afraid to lose their job or inform their employer. If a victim is under duress, manipulated, drugged, or unable to make a cognitive decision, any subsequent sexual activity that occurs is considered sexual assault. Rape in the workplace is not as uncommon as many people think. Consent to sexual activities must be clear; it is not implied by relationship or circumstance. If you have suffered sexual assault or harassment at work, you need to contact an attorney to ascertain your legal rights and to determine if you are also the victim of a personal injury.
The victim of sexual harassment or assault has the legal right to press criminal charges and possible be compensated civilly through a personal injury claim. If you or a loved one has experienced a sexual assault, a caring and competent attorney can evaluate your case to determine your legal rights and options. This experienced and highly qualified professional can also ensure that your interests are protected throughout all legal proceedings. If you would like to learn more about sexual assault, please contact our office right away to determine your legal rights.
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What is Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in employment settings and under Title IX of the 1972 Education Act where it relates to sexual harassment occurring in schools or other educational settings. The Fair Housing Act provides for protection against sexual harassment, and quite a few states have statutes pertaining to this offense.
Sexual harassment is any unwanted and unwelcome sexual behavior, which can include verbal (e.g., derogatory comments, tales of sexual exploits) and/or physical harassment (e.g., leering, inappropriate touching, asking for sexual favors), displaying derogatory posters or art, and other advances or inappropriate conduct. In order to be considered illegal, the conduct must be unwelcome and offensive to the victim. Sexual harassment can come in many forms, including:
- The victim and harasser can be male or female.
- The victim may or may not be the opposite sex of the harasser.
- In an employment setting, the harasser can be the victim's supervisor, an agent of the employer, a supervisor in another area or department, a co-worker, or even a non-employee (e.g., client or vendor).
- The victim may not be the person directly harassed, but could be anyone affected by the offensive conduct.
- The victim may or may not have been discharged or otherwise economically injured by the harasser.
- The sexual harassment act may not even be employment related. Landlords and building supervisors can be charged with sexual discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Sexual harassment lawsuits have even been filed against schools, educational systems and other non work-related entities.
Should I hire a Sexual Harassment Attorney?
If you feel you are a victim of sexual harassment, the first thing you should do is to let the harasser know in person that his/her conduct is unwelcome and must be stopped. It is also wise to document the date and time it happened, including any conversations that took place, photos of pornography or other derogatory items displayed and other evidence that support your claim, in case the harassment doesn't stop. If the harassment continues, and the available internal complaint or grievance process does not yield satisfactory results, you should consult a licensed sexual harassment attorney specializing in sexual harassment cases. Use the form on this page to find an attorney that can help you now.
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