The most common assumption people make about workplace sexual harassment is that men, who are often in positions of power, harass the women that work for them. This view is a product of the male-dominated workforce of the past, something that modern America has...
Harassment at Work
If you’re being harassed on the job, you deserve support
Even though you’re working with the CEO of your company, that doesn’t mean you’re immune from harassment. Every time you walk into the office, you hear people making jokes about you. Some have suggested that you “slept with the boss” to get ahead. Others claim that...
What should you do about workplace sexual harassment?
As a victim of workplace sexual harassment, there are a few ways you can fight back. The approach that you take depends largely on the circumstances surrounding your situation. The one thing you need to remember is this: It’s never a good idea to let an instance of...
What constitutes sexual harassment?
Going to work should not elicit fear and discomfort, but for some, it does. When an employee in the San Diego area dreads returning to the workplace due to verbal comments by coworkers and even customers, it may cause angst and troublesome side effects. Sexual...
Defining sexual orientation harassment
Most people spend the majority of their weeks, and even years, at their jobs. Therefore, when another co-worker's actions make the environment hostile, it can create a negative experience. Thankfully, there are certain measures in place to help prevent or address such...
Protect yourself from termination due to harassment claims
You spend a significant portion of your life at the workplace, and any amount of discomfort can be debilitating. When someone is harassing you or engaging in offensive behavior, you may feel lost on how to resolve the situation. It is difficult to predict how your...
Is it ever acceptable to ask a coworker for a date?
On this year’s season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” a minor plot is the budding relationship between Miss Vanjie and Brooke Lynn Hytes, two contestants on the show. While the interaction between the two queens makes for great television, it also brings up an important...
Why is sexual harassment so common in the restaurant industry?
Sexual harassment is a pervasive problem in the restaurant industry. Restaurant employees file more claims of sexual harassment than workers in any other industry. In fact, one report finds that 90 percent of women are affected by sexual harassment in the foodservice...
California law protects LGBT workers from harassment
It is an unfortunate reality that members of the LGBT community often face harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Thankfully, the law is on your side. The Fair Employment and Housing Act protects workers from mistreatment based on sexual orientation and...
How to fight back against disability harassment
Individuals with disabilities have protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Employers cannot discriminate against or harass an individual because he or she has a disability. Additionally, employers must provide reasonable accommodations for these...