Experiencing workplace sexual harassment is deeply unsettling. Knowing what steps to take and what proof to gather can be critical to protecting the rights of an employee. What types of evidence can strengthen a formal sexual harassment claim? Gathering crucial proof...
How sexual harassment harms career development
Workplace sexual harassment can cause a variety of emotional reactions. People feel offended and anxious in many cases. Employees facing harassment may feel pressure to look for another job or may lose out on opportunities because they don’t submit to the demands of...
Why is sexual harassment harder to address in male-led industries?
Sexual harassment remains a significant issue in many workplaces, but male-dominated industries present additional challenges for those seeking justice. Power imbalances, workplace culture, and systemic barriers can make reporting misconduct and holding offenders...
How does bias normalize harassment in the workplace?
Sexual harassment continues to be a problem in workplaces across the world. While many are aware of overt forms of harassment, unconscious bias also plays a major role in perpetuating these behaviors. Understanding how this bias functions is essential for creating a...
Assault vs. harassment in California
When it comes to legal definitions, understanding the difference between assault and harassment is important. In California, these terms have distinct meanings and legal implications. Defining assault California law defines assault as an unlawful attempt to cause a...
Finding the courage to address sexual harassment at work
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can have lasting effects on individuals and organizations. It can create a toxic work environment, lead to decreased productivity and cause emotional distress for those involved. Despite the prevalence of...
Lesser-known examples of sexual harassment in the workplace
Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue that may extend beyond what you usually consider sexual harassment. Most people understand that unwanted advances and explicit comments constitute harassment, but there are also lesser-known examples that can help you identify...
What is quid pro quo sexual harassment?
Work colleagues spend a lot of time together on the job, and friendly relationships can develop. Still, some workers or supervisors take this one step to far and start to make sexual advances on other workers. This can be considered sexual harassment. What is sexual...
Sexual harassment and favoritism
Most people have at least a general idea of what sexual harassment is, and know that it is illegal. But many people do not understand how sexual favoritism may be related to sexual harassment. What is sexual favoritism? When benefits and opportunities in the workplace...
California State University system beset with discrimination complaints
The news media often cover stories about sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, but the fact is that the majority of such cases go unnoticed by the public. Instead, they are resolved quietly with out-of-court settlements covered by non-disclosure...