Sexual Harassment

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Neither employees nor employers want to see harassment occur within the workplace. For the employee, it can be degrading, frustrating and make it impossible to do your job effectively. For the employer, it can damage every aspect of your business, from morale to...

Whether one works in the office, a worksite, from their home or multiple locations, employees in California expect to be safe and treated appropriately. Unfortunately, employees may encounter situations that are uncomfortable. These situations could raise to the level...