Sexual harassment retaliation occurs when an employee faces adverse actions from their employer or colleagues after reporting or resisting sexual harassment in the workplace. These actions can range from demotion, salary reduction, and exclusion from projects to more subtle forms like social ostracization and increased scrutiny. The issue of sexual harassment retaliation is not confined […]
In the realm of employment law, sexual harassment stands out as a critical and widespread issue. This form of misconduct, which is unfortunately still prevalent in many workplaces across the nation, is a subset of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 at the federal level and California's Fair […]
As an employment attorney who has handled many sexual harassment cases, I've seen firsthand the devastating effects of quid pro quo sexual harassment on victims. It's not just about the emotional trauma; it's also about the potential career setbacks, the fear, and the sense of powerlessness that can pervade every aspect of a victim's life. […]
In recent years, social media has become a powerful tool for raising awareness about sexual harassment in the workplace. The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements have brought attention to the prevalence of sexual harassment and assault in various industries, and have empowered many individuals to speak out about their experiences, resulting in many sexual harassment cases, […]