Personal Injury Law

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile, intimidating, or offensive work environment. It is a form of unlawful discrimination prohibited under both state and federal law.

What Constitutes Sexual Harassment?

Sexual harassment can take many forms, including but not limited to:

  • Unwanted touching, sexual comments, or gestures
  • Requests for sexual favors in exchange for hiring, promotions, or job benefits (“quid pro quo” harassment)
  • Repeated sexual jokes, messages, or suggestive remarks in the workplace
  • Displaying offensive or sexually explicit materials
  • Any conduct that unreasonably interferes with your ability to perform your job or creates a hostile environment

Hiring, promotions, or terminations based on sexual relationships or the rejection of sexual advances are clear violations of the law.

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You have the right to a workplace free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination. Our firm will stand with you to protect your dignity and pursue justice.

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Our firm offers a free consultation where we will evaluate your case and answer all of your questions. If you are unable to visit our office, we will even visit you in the hospital or come to your home.

Important: Statute of Limitations

Persons who are the victims of sexual harassment may sue under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.A. § 2000e et seq.), which prohibits sex discrimination in the workplace. If you want to file a lawsuit in federal or state court, you must first file a formal sexual harassment complaint with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). To file a claim with the EEOC, the employer must have a minimum of 15 employees. Claims against the EEOC and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission must be filed as soon as six months after the act of discrimination. There are caps and limitations on the damages you can receive.

If you were sexually harassed, our skilled attorneys can assist you in evaluating your case. Contact us today for your free consultation.

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