When caught in situations of sexual harassment or discrimination, employees are in a vulnerable position, having a lot to lose. This applies to both victims and witnesses. Hence, it is understandable that people hesitate to report these misconducts for fear of...
Sexual Harassment
When speaking up against sexual harassment results in retaliation
For many survivors, enduring sexual harassment in the workplace is both traumatizing and frustrating. Coping with unwanted sexual advances is already incredibly difficult. Yet, those who muster the courage to report such behavior often find themselves unsupported by...
How is sexual harassment a form of workplace discrimination?
New York is a progressive state where people from all walks of life should have the same opportunities as everyone else without experiencing any form of discrimination. Discrimination is treating another person differently and unfairly because of their protected...
How the EEOC addresses sexual harassment at work
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) plays a crucial role in fighting against discrimination at work. This includes upholding laws against workplace racial bias, religious discrimination and sexual harassment. It works to prevent bias against job...
Are employers liable for customers who harass an employee?
Discrimination and harassment in the workplace are sad realities. Worse still, anyone can be a perpetrator, not just their colleagues. Customers can also display unwelcome behavior and contribute to a hostile work environment. If employers do not fix the situation,...
The fight against sexual harassment in the workplace continues
In New York City, all employers must establish a policy against sexual harassment in the workplace and conduct regular employee training programs to prevent sexual harassment. The New York State Department of Labor has a standardized sexual harassment prevention model...
Sexual Harassment: How to reclaim your power
Experiencing sexual harassment can be traumatizing. Victims can feel hopeless and helpless. When it happens in the workplace, it can make the work environment feel generally unsafe. The federal government protects employees from sexual harassment. While this...
Reporting sexual harassment – should I be worried about retaliation?
Sexual harassment can make any employee’s work environment hostile. Employees need to report sexual harassment whenever possible, whether they’re victims or witnesses. Reporting allows a company to take immediate corrective action and ensure the workplace is safe. But...
Sexual harassment in the New York City workplace
New York City has taken a very active stance on sexual harassment. At the federal level, only employers with a minimum of 15 employees need to guarantee their employees are protected from sexual harassment formally. In New York City, all employers, regardless of the...
Café worker claims she faced extended period of sexual harassment
Despite greater attention paid to workers who are subjected to sexual harassment in New York, New Jersey and across the nation, it continues. Often, this is due to workers being fearful of retribution and concerns that they will not be believed if they speak up. Among...