Riverside Sexual Harassment Attorney

Whether you are a nurse at the Riverside Community Hospital or work at one of the retail shops along Magnolia Avenue, no one should be victimized by sexual harassment at their workplace. Sexual harassment is a preventable problem and should never occur. Unfortunately, it is a rampant issue across California. If you or someone you know has been victimized by sexual harassment at their place of employment, a Riverside sexual harassment attorney is vital for holding the offenders accountable.

At California Employment Counsel, APC, we are passionate about fighting for those who have faced sexual harassment at their workplace. Whatever your case entails, we can fight for you. Men and women alike face this kind of treatment every day, and no one should have to put up with it. Instead, let us help you report this misconduct and force the liable parties to face accountability for their actions. No matter what setting you work in, we can pursue justice and compensation for what you endured.

Sexual harassment is an issue across many workplaces in Riverside. In fact, one study showed that more than 86% of women in California and 53% of men have reported dealing with some kind of sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime. The City of Riverside supports a wide range of industries, including education at UC Riverside and public sector jobs with the County of Riverside. None of these jobs, unfortunately, are strangers to harassment.

There are two main forms that sexual harassment can take:

This kind of sexual harassment forces an exchange between an authority figure and an employee. Quid pro quo is actually a Latin phrase meaning “this for that.” When this occurs, an individual in authority over others, such as an employer, a manager, a boss, or a supervisor, offers an employee certain workplace benefits for certain sexual favors. These benefits might include a promotion or a raise.

Conversely, this person in power might also threaten the employee with certain forms of workplace retaliation if the requests for sexual favors are not granted. These can include being fired, suffering a demotion, being given a poor performance review for no good reason, or being shifted to an undesirable schedule.

This form of workplace sexual harassment can happen when the harassment itself has become so pervasive, severe, offensive, or continuous that the victim can no longer perform their work duties in a productive way. This harassment can include any unwanted or unwelcome touching, groping, hugging, massaging, or kissing.

Specific examples of sexual harassment in your Riverside workplace can include:

• The posting of sexually explicit or suggestive material
• Making comments regarding a co-worker’s body
• Asking questions regarding an individual’s romantic or sex life
• Loudly boasting about or discussing your sex life in front of others when it is unwanted
• Blocking a person’s path or walkway
• Staring at someone in a suggestive manner or looking them up and down, also known as “checking someone out”
• Brushing up against someone in an “accidental” manner
• Catcalling or whistling
• Making obscene or sexual gestures

At California Employment Counsel, APC, we believe that no one should have to face even a single instance of sexual harassment at their place of work. Unfortunately, many victims choose not to report the sexual harassment they face, fearing retaliation from their workplace. In fact, one study showed that 90% of individuals who have faced sexual harassment at work do not report the misconduct.

We understand that reporting sexual harassment can seem intimidating, especially if your employer has already threatened you with retaliation, like a demotion or getting fired. However, we can hold your employer accountable for the harassment you have suffered. Our mission is to make the greater Riverside area safer for all workers, and our law firm can take the following actions in your case:

• Conduct an investigation. We can review your case and investigate the details, collect evidence, interview possible eyewitnesses, and examine all the related documentation in your case, such as texts, emails, or your employee handbook. This way, we can make sure your case is built on solid, legal ground.
• File claims. Your attorney can guide you through filing any necessary claim with the pertinent state or federal agencies, such as the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Let us handle the legalities while you focus on resting and recovering from the harassment you have sustained.
• Protect you. At California Employment Counsel, APC, our number one priority is our clients’ safety. We can do whatever is in our power to make sure your employer does not retaliate against you for coming forward and reporting the harassment. We can closely watch your case and take quick action, should your employer try to hurt, intimidate, or punish you.
• Enter into negotiations. If you had to leave your employment due to the harassment, we can negotiate your reinstatement if that is what you desire. If reinstatement is not possible, we can fight for the compensation you deserve, such as back pay, front pay, or pain and suffering damages.
• Fight for you in court. Should negotiations not prove fruitful or if a settlement is not reached, we can take your case to court and argue your position before a judge and jury. Our firm can do everything possible to recover the compensation and justice you deserve.

If you have suffered sexual harassment at your Riverside place of work, the team at California Employment Counsel, APC, can represent your interests. Whether you work in an office complex or a hospital, now is not the time to let this misconduct define your career. Allow us to hold your employer accountable as soon as possible. Contact our attorneys to schedule an initial consultation so you can learn more about our services.