How to File a Formal Sexual Harassment Complaint

July 29, 2022 Legal Team
If you are experiencing unwelcome sexual advances or other verbal, physical, or visual conduct of a sexual nature, you have the right to file a formal sexual harassment complaint. A claim can be filed against your employer, and the individual harasser in some cases, within 300 days of the incident. The California Department of...
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California Employer Sexual Harassment Training

July 7, 2022 Legal Team
California law requires employers with five or more employees to provide sexual harassment training in compliance with California Government Code section 12950. Mandatory Training Requirements Section 12950 requires mandatory training for all employees as follows: At least two hours of interactive training and education on sexual harassment for all supervisors. At least one hour...
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3 Reasons Why Workplace Sexual Harassment Occurs

April 28, 2022 Legal Team
No one should ever have to endure sexual harassment at work for any reason. You should always feel safe and comfortable at your job, especially since you likely spend more of your waking hours there than you do in your own home.It can be puzzling to try and understand why someone would sexually harass...
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What Should I Do if I’m Sexually Harassed at Work?

April 28, 2022 Legal Team
Experiencing sexual harassment at work is unacceptable and inexcusable. After all, you probably spend more time at work than you do at home, so it should be a comfortable and safe place for you to go. Sexual harassment can be very traumatic and should not be taken likely when it occurs. If it happens...
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What Constitutes Harassment?

October 28, 2021 Legal Team
It is never okay to feel like you are being mistreated at your job. However, not all mistreatment is considered harassment.Read on to learn more about what legally constitutes harassment.The U.S. Government’s Definition of HarassmentAccording to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), “Harassment is unwelcome conduct that is based on:”RaceColorReligionSexIncluding:Sexual orientationGender identityPregnancyNational originOlder...
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