Sexual harassment is a type of harassment in a workplace (or in some other situations) that involves unwanted sexual remarks or even sexual advances. But there’s more to it than that – and if you’ve been the victim of sexual harassment, you could be entitled to financial compensation. Sexual Harassment Definition The definition of sexual harassment, according to the U.S. … Read More
What is a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit?
If you’re considering filing a sexual harassment lawsuit in California, here’s what you need to know. What is a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit? A sexual harassment lawsuit is a case in which a person who’s been sexually harassed at work sues his or her employer. Some of these cases don’t actually make it to court, though – some settle out of … Read More
What is Unfair Dismissal?
If you’re like many people who have lost a job, you suspect that your firing was an unfair dismissal – but what is unfair dismissal, and what can you do if it’s happened to you? What is Unfair Dismissal? Unfair dismissal is another term for wrongful termination, which is a legal phrase in California that refers to an employer illegally … Read More
California Labor Laws 101
California labor laws are designed to protect workers from bad business practices, and they’re pretty comprehensive. In many cases, California’s laws are more protective of workers than federal laws are, and courts here generally fall back on the laws that provide more protection when an issue arises. But what do California labor laws cover? Here’s what you need to know. … Read More
Hostile Work-Environments and Harassment or Discrimination Claims
Everyone in California is familiar with the concept of harassment or discrimination to varying degrees; some forms are so blatant, that everyone knows harassment or discrimination is occurring. However, there are insidious forms of harassment that most people don’t identify – this form of harassment is known as a “hostile work environment.” Unlike sexual harassment claims, in which a plaintiff … Read More
5 Fast Facts About Sexual Harassment
Check out these five facts about sexual harassment and learn about possible remedies. You might be surprised at what you learn. Sexual harassment is a type of discrimination – and it’s against the law. It violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and it can come in two forms: … Read More
5 Signs That Someone is Sexually Harassing You
We’ve all strolled into work and heard an off-handed comment – maybe one of a sexual nature, or one that made us uncomfortable in another way that could still qualify as some type of harassment – but how can you tell if someone is sexually harassing you if they’re not blatantly obvious about it? 5 Ways You Can Tell if … Read More
I Have a Sexual Harassment Claim – The 5 Stages of a Sexual Harassment Complaint
How Does the Process Work? The nuts and bolts of the various forms of sexual harassment claims are discussed in other articles, which can be found on this page. This article will explain, in plain language, how the legal process works for the victim of sexual harassment. In general, the process goes through six (6) stages: (1) finding the right … Read More
Damages in a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit: How Much Can You Sue For?
If you’ve been the victim of sexual harassment at work, you might be able to sue your employer in a sexual harassment case – and if you win, you’ll be entitled to damages. Many sexual harassment suits settle out of court, though, which means the employer offers the employee a sum of money as compensation without having to go to … Read More
Can You Sue for Sexual Harassment?
If you’re sexually harassed at work, you might be able to sue the person who harassed you – or your employer. In light of recent events – those involving Harvey Weinstein, in particular – many people have realized that they, too, have been victims of sexual harassment. What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment covers a range of conduct in the … Read More
