Sexual Harassment: Not Just For Women

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Sexual Harassment Not Just For Women
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Most people are aware that sexual harassment is a
serious problem for women in the workplace. What
many people dont know is that sexual harassment
is not just limited to women. Approximately one
in five complaints filed with the EEOC comes from
men. Thats a staggering 17 percent, a rate
thats held steady over the past decade. That
statistic maybe even higher if you take into
account the men who are too embarrassed or
ashamed to report sexual harassment at work.
There is no shame in seeking legal action against
an employer or coworker for sexual harassment,
regardless of your gender. If youve been a
victim of sexual harassment in the workplace,
Rager Law Firm can help.
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What
Qualifies
As Sexual
Harassment?

• The lines of what is considered sexual harassment
  can sometimes be blurry. In order for
  inappropriate behavior to be considered sexual
  harassment, the perpetrated has to be made aware
  by the target of the harassment that they find
  the behavior offensive. This can include sharing
  nasty jokes, stories, or pictures at work. Sexual
  harassment doesnt always involve propositioning
  someone for sexual favors, nor does it always
  center on sexual attraction.

The lines of what is considered sexual harassment
can sometimes be blurry. In order for
inappropriate behavior to be considered sexual
harassment, the perpetrators have to be made
aware by the target of the harassment that they
find the behavior offensive. This can include
sharing nasty jokes, stories, or pictures at
work. Sexual harassment doesnt always involve
propositioning someone for sexual favors, nor
does it always center on sexual attraction.
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Sometimes sexual harassment is used as a means of
asserting power or dominance over another. Sexual
harassment may be used as a means to humiliate an
employee or coworker. Many men are harassed in
the workplace regarding their gender identity, or
for not being overtly masculine. For instance,
a male worker referring to another male employee
as princess classifies as sexual harassment.
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To Break Things Down In Simpler Terms, The State
Of California Defines Sexual Harassment As

• Unwelcome behavior The perpetrator needs to be
  aware that his or her conduct is unwelcome in
  order for it to be a violation of sexual
  harassment laws.
• Conduct of a sexual nature Sexual jokes,
  comments about someones body, unwanted flirting
  or innuendo, and repeated requests for dates all
  qualify as sexual harassment. Touching, kissing,
  hugging, or patting are also a form of sexual
  harassment. Showing off sexual pictures,
  drawings, or screensavers are another form of
  sexual harassment. Just because your work buddy
  thinks you will find an inappropriate joke funny
  or want to see a naughty picture, doesnt give
  them the right to share any type of sexual
  content.

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Severe or Persistent
In order for the law to recognize a sexual
harassment case, the unwanted behavior must
either occur for a significant length of time or
be severe in nature if its a one-time
occurrence, such as in the case of rape or
attempted sexual assault.
Affects working conditions or creates a hostile
work environment Inappropriate conduct that has
negative repercussions at work is usually
considered sexual harassment. If youre avoiding
certain job duties or opt to turn down a
promotion because it involves spending more time
with someone at work who is harassing you, you
most definitely have a case.
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Who Commits Sexual Harassment?
Despite popular misconceptions, sexual harassment
is not always perpetrated by men. Women can also
be aggressors in incidents of workplace sexual
harassment. Men often are subjected to sexual
harassment by other male coworkers, too. Sexual
harassment is a serious matter, one that should
be reported right away. No one has the right to
make you feel uncomfortable or threatened at your
job. If youve been subjected to sexual
harassment in your workplace, contact a sexual
harassment attorney in Los Angeles at Rager Law
Firm right away.
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