Long Beach Sexual Harassment Lawyer

Long Beach Sexual Harassment Attorney

Working a job is one of the most fulfilling things a person can do. You can gain skills, establish lasting relationships, and look for ways to challenge yourself every day. Unfortunately, some employees may find themselves the victims of sexual harassment. This harassment, while terrible on its own, can also lead to termination or retaliation. If you have suffered sexual harassment, a Long Beach sexual harassment lawyer is here to help.

Defining Sexual Harassment in Long Beach, California

In California, sexual harassment is any unwelcome or unwanted sexual conduct or behavior that is, in most cases, based on the gender of the victim. Sexual harassment can come in many forms, including the following:

• Stalking
• Offering threats related to any unwanted sexual activity
• Making sexually explicit or charged comments or questions
• Offering workplace bribes in exchange for sexual favors
• Unwanted touching
• Making sexually suggestive gestures or sounds
• Repeatedly asking another individual out for dates or for sex
• Making frequent jokes about sex or about someone’s sexuality
• Name-calling
• Displaying sexually explicit content or circulating sexually charged material

In most cases, these behaviors of sexual harassment can fall into one of two categories. These categories include:

• Quid pro quo. This form of sexual harassment occurs when an individual in authority over others, such as a boss, employer, manager, or supervisor, offers workplace benefits in exchange for the granting of sexual favors. These benefits might include a raise, a promotion, a more desired work schedule, or a positive performance review. This individual may also threaten retaliation or termination if the sexual favors aren’t granted.
• Hostile work environment. This form of sexual harassment can occur when another individual at work, such as a coworker, acts in any manner of inappropriate touching, catcalling, leering, or circulating sexually explicit materials in a physical or digital form. This harassment can become so severe and so pervasive that it causes the victim to become unable to continue performing the necessary duties of their job.

If you believe you have suffered any of these various forms of sexual harassment, the team at Sexual Harassment Law Firm CA is here for you.

Why Sexual Harassment Law Firm CA?

For over 30 years, the team at Sexual Harassment Law Firm CA has been helping victims of sexual harassment  in Long Beach and across the state of California. We only take on cases we can win and only charge if a case is lost. Our firm also covers all attorney fees involved in your case. When you work with our team, you can expect us to take the following actions on your behalf:

• Initial consultation. From the moment you walk through our office doors, your case becomes our number one priority. During this consultation, we will listen to your side of the story and address any thoughts or concerns we may have while ensuring you are made aware of all the legal options available to you.
• We can help you with the official filing of your complaint, either with your company’s human resources department or with the California State Department of Fair Employment and Housing. We can help ensure that no mistakes are made that could delay your case.
• Recovery calculation. We can help you understand the forms of recovery you may be able to seek and calculate the value of your claim. These forms of recovery can include any lost wages or employment benefits, medical or counseling costs, emotional distress recovery, or even punitive damages if they are available in your case.
• Evidence gathering. We can begin to gather and review the evidence available in your case. Evidence will be the backbone of your harassment claim, and it is vital that no stone is left unturned. We can collect any relevant documentation, witness statements, and other forms of evidence vital to your claim.
• We can enter into negotiations with the other involved parties if it is possible to settle your case outside of a courtroom. At this time, we will negotiate toward a settlement that is fair and just.
• If a claim cannot be settled through negotiations, our team can bring your case before a judge and jury through court litigation. We have experience when it comes to arguing our clients’ cases in a courtroom and are ready to confidently represent you and your interests while working to protect your rights and ensure your voice is heard.

FAQs

How Can I Report Sexual Harassment in My Workplace?

If you believe that you are the victim of sexual harassment in your workplace, your first step should be to speak with the offender directly and try to address the issue that way, but only if it is safe to do so. If the problem is not addressed, you can file a complaint with your company’s human resources department.

What Evidence Is Needed for Harassment?

There are several forms of evidence that can be used in a sexual harassment case. These can include any documentation regarding the incident itself, such as a description of what happened, where it happened, and when it occurred. You can also collect any texts, emails, voice messages, or social media messages demonstrating harassment, as well as any witness statements.

Can Someone Suffer PTSD From Sexual Harassment?

Yes, an individual who suffers sexual harassment may find that they are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This medical condition can often cause people to relive their trauma through flashbacks or nightmares. Other physical symptoms may include suffering severe anxiety, hypervigilance, and other issues that may impair their lives and affect their ability to work or have meaningful relationships.

What Protections Are There Against Sexual Harassment?

In California, under the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, employees are protected from certain forms of harassment based on a set of protected characteristics. These characteristics can include their sex, age, religion, race, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, gender identity or presentation, disability, or country of origin. An experienced lawyer can help you better understand your protections as an employee.

Speak With a Confidential Sexual Harassment Lawyer Today

If you have faced sexual harassment, Sexual Harassment Law Firm CA is here to help. Contact our offices today to learn more about our services and to request a consultation with our team in Long Beach, CA. We are here for you every step of the way.