Workplace Harassment
Workplace harassment is a problem in workplaces across the United States. It happens in all sorts of workplaces – from small businesses to large corporations and even government workplaces. Workplace harassment is a problem that also affects Americans from all walks of life. It is a form of discrimination that violates state and federal laws.
If you are the victim of workplace harassment, you need the guidance of a skilled employment law attorney. At El Aliado, our California employment law attorneys can help you determine if you have a workplace harassment claim. If so, we can guide you through the administrative and/or legal process for pursuing a claim and getting justice.
Workplace Harassment Cases We Handle
At El Aliado, we help clients with all sorts of workplace harassment claims. Contact us if you are a victim of harassment based on:
- Race
- Gender
- Age
- Sexual Orientation
- Religion
- Pregnancy
- Disability
These are all considered protected classes, meaning that it is illegal for someone to discriminate against you on the basis of these factors. Both state and federal law recognize these as protected classes.
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What Constitutes Workplace Harassment?
When most people hear the term ‘harassment’, they immediately think of sexual harassment. While that is one form of workplace harassment, there are many different scenarios and types of workplace harassment. In fact, harassment can include any of the following:
- Offensive jokes
- Racial slurs
- Threats
- Insults
- Showing offensive pictures
- Assault
- Unwanted physical contact
- Sexual assault or rape
You should also know that workplace harassment is not limited to an employer harassing an employee. Workplace harassment includes harassing behaviors by any individual in the workplace, including coworkers, supervisors, managers, vendors, contractors, or customers.
What Should I Do if I’m Being Harassed at Work?
If you are a victim of workplace harassment, it is important that you contact an employment law attorney immediately. Next, if you haven’t already, you should report your experience(s) to your immediate supervisor. Your supervisor should then notify human resources, if applicable.
Your employer must investigate your claims. If he or she does not, you should contact El Aliado right away. Our workplace harassment attorneys can help you get the justice that you deserve and help ensure that you are in a safe workplace.
