Sexual Harassment Is a Form of Discrimination
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that sexual harassment on the job is a violation of an employee's rights under the anti-discrimination provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1967. As an employee, you are protected from sexual harassment in all its forms, including:
- Obscene language and dirty jokes
- Unwelcome comments about your gender or sexual orientation
- Inappropriate and unwelcome e-mails, text messages and phone calls
- Inappropriate physical contact, uninvited touching or ogling
- Screen savers, calendars and photos of a sexual or lewd nature
- Unequal facilities and treatment of employees of different sexes
If you feel you are facing sexual harassment on the job, don't try to fight it on your own. Do not quit your job! Talk to Attorney Mike Simko right away.
The Law Office of V. Michael Simko, Jr., LLC, is recognized by clients and legal professionals throughout Connecticut for providing honest, skillful representation on behalf of employees who are facing workplace discrimination and sexual harassment. Contact our offices to schedule a consultation about the circumstances you have encountered on the job.
How Does Sexual Harassment Take Place?
Very often, you may not even realize you are being harassed. Your supervisor may ask what you did over the weekend. Innocent enough. A few weeks later he wants to know more details. It feels a little uncomfortable. A month later he sends you an e-mail asking what you plan to do over the coming weekend. None of his business, but he asks again. Weeks later he is talking about you to other employees because you won't respond to his questions or answer his personal e-mails. Suddenly, you find yourself in the middle of a workplace controversy and you wonder if you led him on in any way. Before you know it, you're turned down for a pay raise or promotion because you're "not a team player."
Sexual harassment isn't always as obvious as a pinch on the rear. Often, it is a negative attitude toward you simply because you don't play the game.
Have you suffered sexual harassment or another form of employment discrimination? Let an experienced lawyer assess the circumstances. Contact us for an opportunity to discuss your situation.
