Putting a Stop to Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious problem that negatively affects people who are victimized by it. If you believe you have been subjected to sexual harassment, we can help.
We at Biesecker & Dutkanych, LLC, are a law firm devoted to solving legal issues in the workplace for Indiana and Kentucky employees. Contact us for a free and confidential telephone or email consultation with an experienced attorney at any of our offices, conveniently located in Evansville, Indianapolis and Louisville.
Understanding the Legal Criteria
There are two main types of workplace sexual harassment that are illegal under federal and state laws: quid pro quo and hostile work environment harassment.
Quid pro quo harassment happens when you are offered workplace advantages — like promotions or perks — in exchange for accepting sexual advances or when you are retaliated against for refusing to accept those advances.
Hostile work environment harassment occurs when you are subjected to so many sexually inappropriate comments, jokes, images and other behavior that your ability to function normally in your job suffers.
Defending Your Right to Report Harassment
The facts of sexual harassment and the laws applicable to those facts are very complex and can be difficult to prove, but you have a right to make reports or complaints about what you believe to be sexual harassment.
If you have been retaliated against for alleging sexual harassment in the workplace by being fired, demoted, denied promotion or mistreated in certain other ways, you may have a legal claim against your employer, even if your underlying sexual harassment claim cannot be proven. Our lawyers can help you determine whether you have a valid retaliation claim.
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Making and pursuing complaints about workplace sexual harassment is a complex process. Contact us to learn how the law applies to the facts of your case and what can be done.
