Sexual harassment is a type of sex discrimination, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and federal law. Sexual harassment occurs when someone makes unwanted sexual advances or requests sexual favors, says or does sexual things, or engages in sexually explicit physical activities. Such actions can be used to file…
Workplace sexual harassment is more common than you might think. There’s a strong possibility you know someone who has been subjected to workplace sexual harassment or have been a victim yourself, but you may not be aware of it. There are many different types of sexual harassment that can be…
You may be wondering if you can get your job back if you were wrongly fired. The answer is contingent on the circumstances of your dismissal. If you were fired for cause, then it is unlikely that you will be able to get your job back. If you believe you…
Women are constantly at risk of being sexually harassed. Sexual harassment occurs when someone makes unwanted sexual advances in a work or social setting. In this type of harassment, inappropriate contact or the exchange of sexually explicit communications can be as apparent as sexual assault. Sexual harassment, on the other…
When an employee is fired for an illegal reason, it is known as wrongful termination. Employees in New Jersey are entitled to compensation for financial losses incurred as a result of wrongful termination. But how much can you expect from a situation like this? Let’s take a look at the…
Receiving a wage decrease, demotion, or lousy hours without explanation after filing a sexual harassment complaint at work might be considered retribution. Retaliation is the most commonly reported type of job discrimination, according to the EEOC. How do you know whether you’re being retaliated against after filing a harassment claim…
