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New Jersey Sexual Harassment Lawyers
Protecting Against Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
New Jersey law requires an employer who learns of harassment to take “prompt and effective remedial action” to correct it. However, many employers fail to do so. We have found this to be particularly so when the harasser is a high-level executive or otherwise seen as valuable to the employer.
The harasser may wield control over the harassed individual’s employment opportunities. This can create a huge power imbalance. Unfortunately, far too many victims of harassment fail to report harassment because they fear retaliation.
How Our New Jersey Sexual Harassment Lawyers Can Help
Data shows that approximately 3 out of 4 individuals subjected to harassment don’t report it. The experienced attorneys at Schall and Barasch LLC have worked with a wide range of victims of sexual harassment and can help you with your case.
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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The recent #MeToo movement has illuminated the dynamics of sexual harassment. We now know how prevalent it is in the workplace. Those in positions of power have abused their power and influence to sexually harass and assault both women and men.
Most of the recent news has focused on high-profile men in the media: the Harvey Weinstein’s, Bill O’Reilly’s, Bill Cosby’s, and Matt Lauer’s of the world. We must stress that their conduct represents only the “tip of the iceberg” with sexual harassment. Sexual harassment and sexual assault affect working women from all walks of life – from waitresses to saleswomen, to architects, and even lawyers.
What Is Considered Sexual Harassment?
So, what is sexual harassment? Sexual harassment includes any type of unwelcome verbal or physical conduct that would not have occurred but for the employee’s sex. While often sexual harassment includes unwanted touching, sexual comments, or a manager’s asking for sex in return for offering a promotion, any conduct—even if not explicitly sexual—can constitute sexual harassment if it occurs because of an employee’s sex.
It is well-established that harassers will prey on those whom they suspect are the most vulnerable. They often single out those who are young, and especially those who may have previously experienced other difficult issues or trauma in their lives. Harassers will also seek out victims who lack a strong social or family network.
How to Report Sexual Harassment in New Jersey
The first thing to do in many cases when you feel you’re being sexually harassed is to ask the perpetrator to stop their behavior. As simple as it sounds, sometimes clearly expressing your concern with the harasser will be enough to deter their behavior. You may do this face-to-face or through a written message.
If confronting the harasser makes you uncomfortable for any reason, go straight to Human Resources or to some other supervisor or manager in the company. If you are uncertain about to whom you should report the harassment, it may be a good idea to consult with a New Jersey sexual harassment lawyer for advice.
Most companies should have a handbook, manual, or personnel policies that inform employees what to do in the case of workplace sexual harassment. If your company has such a handbook, you should follow the instructions on dealing with sexual harassment. Otherwise, you should go to your supervisor (or the supervisor’s boss if the supervisor is the harasser) or to the human resources department in order to report the harassment.
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The Importance of Reporting Workplace Sexual Harassment
While this may be uncomfortable, it is a necessary step in formally filing a complaint. According to our courts here in New Jersey, the, failing to use an employer’s internal complaint procedure and alerting the company of the harassment could prevent you from prevailing in a lawsuit. While making these initial complaints, it is important that you document everything you are doing.
Having records of the times your company was made aware of the situation will help you in the case that they don’t work to resolve it.
Sexual Harassment Discrimination in the Workplace
It is illegal under New Jersey law for your employer to retaliate against you for filing a sexual harassment complaint. If you face threats or retaliation for coming forward about sexual harassment in the workplace, you should consult with an experienced employment attorney.
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Contact The Sexual Harassment Lawyers at Schall & Barasch LLC
No one should have to feel intimidated or unsafe in their own work environment. If you believe you’ve been subjected to sexual assault or harassment at work and would like advice, guidance, and strategy as to how to deal with it, we encourage you to set up a consultation with our firm.
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