The New York City Human Rights Law protects against workplace discrimination based on status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking. If you are a survivor of domestic violence, a sex offense, or stalking, it is important to understand your rights...
Sexual harassment can make the workplace tense and stressful. It can affect the well-being, performance, and dynamics of both the victim and their coworkers. What is quid pro quo sexual harassment? Quid pro quo is a Latin phrase that means “something for something”....
If you were sexually harassed at work, you may not have spoken up at the time. If the harassment included unwanted touching or other acts that are considered to be criminal sexual abuse, you may have been particularly reluctant. Sexual abuse survivors can take years,...
Several legal avenues are available to seek justice if you face sexual harassment at work. Out-of-court settlement AA settlement agreement allows employees who endured sexual harassment to secure compensation without going to through lengthy and difficult court...
Since gaining widespread attention in 2017, the #MeToo movement has dramatically changed how we acknowledge and contend with sexual harassment. The prevalence of this type of misconduct on the job has been a hot-button issue, prompting important changes. One recent...
Employees may spend time together outside of work. In many instances, what employees do off the job is of no concern to the employer. However, when workers engage in harassment or discrimination, even while off-the-clock, employees and employers may face consequences...
New York state laws dictate specific requirements for providing sexual harassment prevention training to people who work in the state. Parties who violate these laws – intentionally or not – can face serious repercussions. Therefore, knowing what the rules require is...
A survey from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) revealed that roughly one-third of people were involved in a romantic relationship last year. Finding love at work is certainly not uncommon, but these relationships can still trigger legal and...
A hostile work environment can take away all the enthusiasm you have for your job. You might have continually heard offensive comments made by your coworkers or supervisor against you. Still, you do not know whether that is reason enough to file a legal claim against...
A bill that would expand the anti-sexual harassment protection for government workers in New York recently passed the state Senate. If it becomes law, the bill would close a key loophole in the existing statute to protect those employees who work most closely with...
