Sexual Harassment Law

Employees are guaranteed protection against sexual harassment in both Federal and California Laws. Yet, being a victim of such offense may necessitate consultation from eligible employment attorneys for suitable advice and representation.

Federal Law Provisions

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is the basic law that provides protection among the workers who have been discriminated or harassed based on their religion, age, nationality, color, race or gender. Sexual harassment cases are also covered under such law and may be categorized in either the following:

1. Quid Pro Quo Harassment – A type of sexual harassment case wherein an employee has been compelled or required to endure an act or request, sexual in nature, in order to obtain/retain employment or acquire benefits, promotions or salary increase


2. Hostile Work Environment Harassment – Sexual harassment case brought about by an abusive or offensive work environment that causes unreasonable interference or alteration to a worker’s performance.

Usually, federal complaints involving sexual harassment law violations may be filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

California Law Provisions

Similarly, the State of California has its own law statutes that safeguard the welfare of employees. The Fair Employment and Housing Act lays down certain provisions against sexual harassment, gender discrimination and harassment based on pregnancy, childbirth and other related conditions.

Under such law, sexual harassment may be defined as an unwelcomed sexual advances or any verbal, visual or physical conduct that are sexual in nature.

Factors Affecting Sexual Harassment Cases

Both Federal and California Sexual Harassment laws use the factors in determining the merits of a victim’s case:

• Is the conduct verbal or physical


• The frequency of the conduct made


• Is the conduct hostile or offensive


• The title of the harasser


• Are there others who participated in the conduct


• Are there other individuals affected by the conduct

Seeking Representation

The intricacy of the aforementioned laws requires the expertise of qualified employment attorneys who know the provisions and procedures very well. If you think your rights have been violated, consult our reliable and well-reputed attorneys.

Our Los Angeles sexual harassment law firm can help you in obtaining justice and suitable compensation against your harasser. We will also guarantee your protection against any form of retaliation. Dial our toll free number now and give us the details. We pledge to keep it confidential.