Definition of Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment consists of:
Unwanted verbal or physical conduct
Requests for sexual favors
Unwanted sexual advances
Who Can Be Sexually Harassed?
Sexual harassment can happen to anyone, both male and female. The harasser can also be of either gender, and does not have to be of the opposite sex of the one being harassed.
Additionally, you do not have to be the person being harassed in order to file a sexual harassment claim; you can also have been negatively affected by the conduct.
In order for something to be considered harassment, the sexual advances must be unwelcome. Consensual conduct does not qualify as harassment.
How to Report Sexual Harassment
Texas Labor Code Chapter 21 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits sexual discrimination and harassment in the workplace. If your rights have been violating in this way, it is important that you take action.
One of the most important steps to take when experiencing sexual harassment is to document the incidents and all discussions with your employer. Before you report the incidents to human resources or managerial employees, our legal team can help you develop a proper complaint and determine which HR or employee you should file your report with.
We understand that sexual harassment claims can bring up negative emotions, which is why we are here to help you develop an effective response. Furthermore, our Sugar Land personal injury attorney can ensure that your employer doesn’t retaliate against you during the investigation into the incident.
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When you experience sexual harassment on the job, the overwhelming emotions of the situation can make responding difficult. Our legal team is here to help you figure out what steps you should take to obtain the most favorable outcome possible. Do not wait until your employer takes action and let us handle your case immediately.
If you are interested in filing a sexual harassment complaint, contact us and schedule a free consultation today.
