It's commonly stated that sexual harassment in the workplace is under-reported. For as many stories as you actually hear about people coming forward, there are many more who decline to do so. This means that the problem is much worse than it appears at any given...
Harassment at Work
3 forms of sexual harassment retaliation that aren’t termination
Sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal, and so is retaliation against those who speak up about harassment. Your employer probably has an internal policy of zero tolerance for harassment. It probably also states openly that it will not engage in retaliation...
Can you stop workplace sexual harassment against you on your own?
Finding an effective solution against workplace sexual harassment occupies the minds of many victims in San Diego. Often, these people want to end this unwanted behavior without having to seek a legal solution. However, fear of retaliation and shame over the issue...
Can your employer silence you in a discrimination case?
If you bring a discrimination or harassment case against your employer, they might try to silence you through a non-disclosure agreement as part of a settlement deal. This serves to protect the perpetrator and the reputation of the business. It does nothing to protect...
How pervasive is workplace sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment at work is something that often goes unreported. In some cases, people may not know how serious it was and if they can report it. In others, they may know that it’s very serious and still feel nervous that reporting it will be more trouble than it’s...
Domino’s ordered to pay claim for female-on-male sexual harassment
Female-to-male sexual harassment against men is less common, but that doesn’t mean that it is less damaging. Regardless of the gender of either party involved, sexual harassment is illegal on a state and federal level. In the past, male victims of sexual harassment...
How bad does harassment have to be to make a claim?
Facing harassment in the workplace can be overwhelming. While you want to stand up for yourself, you may also worry about losing your job. As you consider the incident, you may wonder if it is worth reporting or if you should ignore it. In some cases, people face...
Is San Diego a hotbed of on-the-job sexual discrimination and harassment?
There are many things to love about living here in Southern California — the proximity to beautiful beaches, the near-perfect weather are just two of many. But apparently, there are drawbacks to employment here in San Diego County that include a propensity for sexual...
Unfortunately, distance didn’t reduce workplace harassment
The pandemic brought about enormous changes in many workplaces. Many people shifted to a work-from-home model. Others continued working in crucial positions but with the addition of masks and social distancing. Some observers had hoped that these changes to the...
How do you prove sexual harassment in the workplace in California?
Sexual harassment at work is very unpleasant and can severely impact the victim’s productivity and mental health. Most often, victims of sexual harassment face the dilemma of reporting their ordeal or staying mum and continuing to endure unwanted advances....