10 Signs of Sexual Harassment at Work

Sexual harassment at work is illegal and can cause lasting harm to victims. Recognizing the signs of sexual harassment is the first step toward addressing and preventing it. Lamberton Law Firm, your Pittsburgh sexual harassment lawyers, is dedicated to supporting victims of workplace harassment. Here, we outline ten signs of sexual harassment in the workplace and explain how we can help you seek justice.1. Inappropriate Physical ContactUnwarranted touching, brushing against someone's body, or any form of unsolicited physical contact can be a sign of sexual harassment. Such actions can create an environment of discomfort and intimidation.2. Sexual or Derogatory CommentsRemarks or jokes that are sexually explicit or demeaning, especially when they are repetitive or part of a pattern, can constitute sexual harassment. This includes comments about someone's body, appearance, or sexual activities.3. Offers of Advancement in Exchange for Sexual FavorsQuid pro quo harassment occurs when a job benefit (such as a promotion, raise, or even continued employment) is directly tied to accepting sexual advances or favors.4. Unwanted Sexual AdvancesPersistent, unwelcome attempts to establish a romantic or sexual relationship, despite a clear lack of interest, can create a hostile work environment.5. Displaying Offensive MaterialThe display of sexually explicit pictures, videos, or...

What to do about sexual harassment at work

Contact an employment lawyer right away if you have been or are being sexually harassed at work. An employment lawyer will help you exercise your right to be free from workplace sexual harassment and will help you with legal claims you may have because of the sexual harassment. Don’t flirt with the harasser or discuss personal mattersKeep your communications about work. Don’t flirt. Don’t laugh it off. Don’t have long text message chats about personal matters. If you are asked personal or sexual questions, either say that they make you uncomfortable or ignore them and re-direct the conversation to work. If the harasser touches you, for example, an arm around you, rubbing your shoulders or neck, a hand on your leg, and certainly any contact with your intimates, move away.Check your employee handbook and follow the policyYour employer should have a written policy prohibiting sexual harassment. Usually it is in the Employee Handbook or Personnel Manual, and sometimes you can find it on the company website or internal server where your employer makes all of its employment policies available.If you can’t find it, ask Human Resources or a supervisor other than the harasser for a copy.If there is a policy, follow...

7 Signs You Are Being Sexually Harassed at Work

Sexual harassment is a serious issue in the workplace, with anywhere from 25-85% of women alone reporting experience with it. It can affect men and women of any age, race, or sexual orientation.If you are a victim of sexual harassment at work, it can be challenging to know what to do, especially if you fear it may impact your employment. Many people are not sure what counts as sexual harassment, so they may not know if they are victims of harassment, not to mention whether they should report it or not.This blog post will discuss seven signs that you are being sexually harassed at work and what to do if you see these behaviors happening in your place of employment.If you think you're a victim of sexual harassment, legal action is an option. Keep reading to gain a better understanding of what sexual harassment is.What Is Sexual Harassment?Sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance, comment, question or physical contact. Sometimes it is perpetrated by a supervisor or manager, and sometimes by a coworker. Sexual harassment can occur through unwelcome physical touching, text messages, emails or verbal comments. Sexual harassment can have a devastating effect on mental health. It can cause...