Sexual harassment in the workplace is a form of Discrimination that results when a person or group of people behaves inappropriately in a sexual manner. This is done by making sexual remarks, crude jokes, or unwanted sexual advances to another person. The situation can become even more troubling when an employer or a person in a position of power initiates sexual harassment.
The Harassment Must be Such that the Employer Can be Held Liable.
This element of a sexual harassment claim depends on a number of factors. This includes:
- How much power or influence the harasser had over the victim.
- Whether the employer knew or should have known about the harassment.
- Whether the employer exercised reasonable care to address and stop the harassment.
What Constitutes Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances and requests for sexual favors. Sexual harassment may be verbal, physical, or both. Although the law generally does not prohibit horseplay or mild flirtation, it cannot be sexually offensive. If it is, it can be the basis of a good-faith complaint to an employer that is legally protected from retaliation.
Common Signs of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
You are asked to talk about your sexual experiences. This does not include reporting misconduct or worse to your employer. You are shown inappropriate videos or photos, especially those that include sexual content.
Types of Sexual Harassment at Work
- Gender Discrimination
- Employee-Employee Harassment
- Hostile Work Environment
- Manager-Employee Sexual Harassment
- Physical Harassment
- Male Victims of Sexual Harassment
- Same-Sex Sexual Harassment
- Unwanted Attention Harassment
Related link: Top 5 Examples of Workplace Discrimination, Marcarian Law Firm
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