Workplace Sexual Harassment
If you feel you have been sexually harassed in the workplace, an employment law attorney can help to ensure the protection of your legal rights.
Whether you are currently working and are in need of legal guidance as to what you should do, or you have been terminated after having been a victim of sexual harassment, the employment lawyers of Zeldes & Haeggquist, LLP can help. contact for a free initial consultation to discuss your situation.
A Form of Workplace Discrimination
Sexual harassment is one form of sex discrimination. While sexual harassment may be one of the most pervasive forms, harrassment is not always gender-based or sexual in nature; it can also be based on race, ethnicity, age, religion, disability, or medical condition. All are equally viable claims under the discrimination laws.
Perpetrators of sexual harassment may be colleagues, managers, supervisors or even independent contractors. If you have been subject to suggestive or sexual teasing, touching, joking, or, if your boss conditioned a promotion on a sexual act, then you may have a valid claim for sexual harassment.
Don't Lose Your Right to File a Claim
If you feel you were victimized by what you perceive to be sexual harassment, it is important to contact a lawyer immediately. That is because there may be certain rules and laws that require you to take specific action to preserve a claim of sexual harassment. Don't hesitate to put an end to the harassment, contact our firm today.
From receiving unequal pay and unequal benefits to being overlooked for a position because of your gender, race, age, disability, or religious affiliation, many such discriminatory actions may occur in the workplace. If you feel that you have been the victim of discrimination, please contact Zeldes & Haeggquist, LLP, in San Diego, California, or call 619-434-0024 to arrange a free consultation.
