Sexual Harassment by a Coworker

Employers are responsible for the behavior of their employees. Employers must take action to prevent co-worker sexual harassment. They are accountable when they fail to take appropriate action against an employee who has harassed you. We have handled numerous cases involving Sexual Harassment by a coworker, winning settlements and jury verdicts for clients.

Sexual harassment comes in many forms. It can be implicit or explicit and can include:

• Lewd comments
• Sexually charged threats of violence
• Requests for sexual favors
• Sexual advances
• Asking for sexual favors in exchange for a promotion, a raise, or other preferential treatment – also known as “Quid pro quo.”
• Unwanted touching (see Assault in the Workplace)
• Obscene gestures or pictures
• Retaliation for filing sexual harassment claims
• Voluntarily quitting because you can’t take the ongoing harassment – also known as “Constructive termination”

Sexual harassment can be verbal or written in e-mails, text messages, over the phone or in person. It can happen in front of a group or in private. It can happen at work and outside of work.

Has your employer retaliated against you for reporting sexual harassment?

• See our Whistleblower Retaliation Section

Take back your dignity
Victims of sexual harassment often feel responsible for the unwanted conduct. Sexual harassment can lead to anxiety, depression, feelings of low self-esteem, isolation, and humiliation. No one deserves to suffer what you are going through. We are here for you. We have helped many people throughout Northern California stop illegal harassment.

Take the first step and let the Sexual Harassment Law Group help you put an end to it. We will work with you to help you gather documentation and build a strong case. We will seek monetary damages on your behalf. You will have a team of experienced attorneys and investigators on your side. Call us for a free consultation at 916-526-2770 or e-mail us. Your consultation is always confidential.