No one should have to experience sexual harassment on the job. The damage it causes can be far-reaching and negatively affect not only an employee’s current work experience and performance but also their entire career. Workers who have been sexually harassed deserve the professional legal counsel of an experienced Fremont, CA sexual harassment lawyer in their corner.
If an employer knows about unlawful harassment or discrimination at the hands of a coworker, supervisor, or manager and fails to take prompt, effective action to address the matter, that employer may be held legally responsible. Further, if a manager or supervisor – who acts as an agent of the employer – engages in sexual harassment that leads to a verifiable employment action, the employer may be held directly responsible. Such employment actions include:
There are both state and federal laws that protect employees from sexual harassment. While many employees are hesitant to bring the issue of sexual harassment to light due to fear (or even actual threat) of retaliation, there are also laws that protect workers from retaliation. This includes reporting harassment or discrimination that the worker experiences personally or witnesses involving others.
Sexual harassment in the workplace can take on many forms, including any of the following:
While a single instance of inappropriate behavior may not warrant a claim, it is always advisable to review any potential harassment with a knowledgeable Fremont, CA sexual harassment lawyer.
Sexual harassment cases have time limitations attached. Prior to 2020, employees had only one year to file a sexual harassment lawsuit, but California law has become more enlightened on the matter. Victims of sexual harassment are often confused by the experience, and some do not recognize that it amounts to sexual harassment until someone else calls it by its name (by filing a case of their own, for example) or until a pattern of behavior develops (as opposed to isolated incidents). Still, other victims need time to gain the support and drum up the courage necessary to come forward with claims of this magnitude. In an effort to address the very personal and difficult nature of sexual harassment claims, the law has extended the time limit for filing a lawsuit to three years.
Sexual harassment claims should never be treated lightly. The formidable team at the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro recognizes the gravity of harassment and discrimination claims. Our Fremont, CA sexual harassment lawyer is committed to skillfully advocating for your legal rights – in pursuit of the most optimal outcome. Our practiced legal team is well-prepared to assist employees, so please don’t wait to contact us for a free case evaluation today.
Jeannette is passionate about employee rights. She fights to shed light on injustices and to help her clients move beyond troubling times. Contact Jeannette today for a free case evaluation.
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