Harassment in the workplace is a serious problem that can have devastating consequences for victims. If you’re being harassed at work, it’s essential to understand your legal rights and take action to protect yourself. This blog post explains your legal rights when it comes to workplace harassment and how to take action if you’re being harassed.
What is Workplace Harassment?
Workplace harassment is any unwelcome conduct that is based on a protected characteristic, such as race, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability. Harassment can take many forms, including verbal abuse, physical touching, unwanted advances, and offensive jokes or comments.
Harassment in the workplace is illegal and can create a hostile work environment. Victims of harassment may experience anxiety, depression, and other emotional distress, and may find it difficult to perform their job duties.
Your Legal Rights
If you’re being harassed at work, you have legal rights that can protect you. These rights include:
- The right to file a complaint: You have the right to file a complaint with your employer about the harassment you’re experiencing. Your employer is required to investigate the complaint and take action to stop the harassment.
- The right to file a lawsuit: If your employer fails to take action to stop the harassment, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. An experienced attorney can help you understand your legal options and pursue the compensation you deserve.
- The right to protection against retaliation: Your employer is prohibited from retaliating against you for reporting harassment. This means they cannot terminate your employment, demote you, or take any other adverse action against you because you reported harassment.
How to Take Action
If you’re being harassed at work, here are some steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Document the harassment: Keep a record of any incidents of harassment, including the date, time, location, and what was said or done.
- Report the harassment: Report the harassment to your employer’s human resources department or a supervisor. Be specific about what happened and who was involved.
- Seek legal help: An experienced attorney can help you understand your legal rights and take action to protect yourself.
Contact PLBH for a Free Legal Consultation
If you’re being harassed at work, it’s essential to take action to protect yourself. Our experienced attorneys can help you understand your legal rights and take action to stop the harassment. Contact PLBH at (800) 435-7542 for a free legal consultation and learn how we can help you protect yourself from workplace harassment.