Many sexual harassment claims are based on the theory that a workplace has become a hostile environment. A hostile environment is one in which the sexual conduct and attentions have become so persistent and pervasive that the average person would think of the environment as hostile or abusive. A hostile environment may be created by employees (or even non-employees) whose conversation is inappropriate and offensive, or who display sexually explicit pictures. Employers have a legal obligation to make sure that the workplace does not turn into a hostile environment. If your workplace is intolerable, contact an attorney to discuss a possible hostile environment claim.
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Sexual Harassment Resource Links
Facts About Sexual Harassment
Information about sexual harassment from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Sexual Harassment: It's Not Academic
Sexual harassment in schools, published by the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Stopping Sexual Harassment: An AFSCME Guide
Sexual harassment issues from the viewpoint of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), a union representing public employees.
Sexual Harassment: The Employer's Role in Prevention
Employer-focused article, sponsored by the American Bar Association Section on General Practice. Contains information on where to find model sexual harassment policies.
What Speech Does "Hostile Work Environment" Harassment Law Restrict?
Article by a UCLA law professor regarding the conflict between First Amendment freedom of expression and laws protecting against harassment in the workplace.
Filing a Charge of Employment Discrimination
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) information on working with the EEOC when you need to file a charge of discrimination.
Federal Laws Prohibiting Job Discrimination: Questions and Answers
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guide to the laws on job discrimination.
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