Committed to Fighting Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Every employee should be able to work in a safe and respectful workplace. If sexual harassment has made your workplace intolerable, a skilled sexual harassment lawyer can help you take back control.
Richardson Employment Law, P.C., is committed to fighting for Sacramento and Northern California employees who have faced sexual harassment or other mistreatment at work. We stand ready to provide you with the results-driven advocacy you deserve. You pay us nothing unless you obtain a monetary recovery.
What Is Sexual Harassment In The Workplace?
Sexual harassment in the workplace generally falls into two main types: quid pro quo harassment and hostile work environment harassment.
“Quid pro quo” (meaning “this for that”) sexual harassment is when someone makes your job, promotion, or other work benefits dependent on you accepting sexual advances or other behavior based on your sex. [1]
A hostile work environment occurs when severe or pervasive conduct of a sexual nature creates an intimidating, threatening, or offensive workplace. [2]
Sexual harassment in the workplace is prohibited by the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) under California law [3], and by title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 under federal law. [4]
What Can Sexual Harassment Look Like?
Sexual harassment can take many different forms, including:
- Unwelcome sexual advances
- Slurs or offensive jokes of a sexual nature
- Disparaging comments related to gender
- Unwanted physical contact
- Displaying offensive images or symbols
- Sending inappropriate emails or messages
If you have been subjected to such behavior, Richardson Employment Law, P.C., is ready to protect your workplace rights.
Does Harassment Have To Come From Your Supervisor To Be Illegal?
No, unlawful sexual harassment can come from supervisors, coworkers, or other members of the company. You also have legal protections against harassment from nonemployees at work, such as customers or independent contractors.
Committed To Holding Employers Accountable
Employers can generally be held liable for illegal sexual harassment they engage in or fail to properly address or prevent. Attorney Daniel Richardson at Richardson Employment Law, P.C., is dedicated to holding employers accountable for the harm caused by their actions or inaction. The firm will work tirelessly to pursue complete justice for you.
Standing By You
Facing sexual harassment can be overwhelming. Richardson Employment Law, P.C., is committed to providing strong and skilled representation, standing by clients every step of the way. With a focus on each client’s unique needs, we deliver clear guidance and dedicated advocacy at every stage of litigation.
Request a Free Case Review
If you believe you have been the victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, don’t wait to seek the support you deserve. Request a free case review with Richardson Employment Law, P.C. today by calling 916-533-9909 or by reaching out online.
[1] Beyada v. City of Los Angeles, 65 Cal. App. 4th 511, 516-17 (1998).
[2] Id.
[3] Cal. Gov’t Code § 12940(a).
[4] 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, et seq.