Sexual harassment

Workplace sexual harassment refers to any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that occurs in a work environment. Such actions, either tolerated by an employer or coming from an employer or manager, may constitute illegal sexual harassment in the workplace. Contact Braun Legal with your specific situation to learn whether you might have a potential claim against your employer. 

1. Quid pro quo sexual harassment occurs when a person in a position of power and authority over the working conditions demands sexual favors or makes employment decisions based on an employee’s acceptance or refusal of sexual advances.
2. Hostile work environment sexual harassment involves unwelcome sexual behavior in the workplace which is tolerated by the employer and makes an employee feel offended or intimidated. Such behavior may be perpetrated by a supervisor, co-worker, or even a non-employee (such as a client or customer).

• Unwanted sexual advances or propositions 
• Sexually explicit comments or jokes
• Displaying or sharing sexually suggestive materials
• Inappropriate touching or physical contact
• Sexual innuendos or comments about someone's appearance or clothing
• Making sexual gestures or lewd gestures
• Sending sexually explicit emails or messages
• Spreading rumors or gossip about someone's sexual activities

Contact Braun Legal.  Our experienced attorneys can help you navigate the steps required to get through this violation of the law.  If your employer is liable, we will help to get you what you deserve.