Sexual harassment can make a person feel degraded and lower their self esteem. It can cause a person to do things they don’t want to because they need to get a job or keep their existing job. Sexual harassment is illegal. Unfortunately, though there are many rules and laws against it, there are still some men and women who continue to harass their coworkers.
What is sexual harassment and how do you know if you are being harassed?
Sexual harassment occurs when a boss or coworker makes sexual advances or demands toward you or a fellow employee. These advances can be done as a threat that you will lose your job or not get a promotion or a raise if you don’t give into their demands. Another more subtle form of sexual harassment is when someone makes crude comments toward you about your anatomy or makes suggestive innuendos and jokes that make you uncomfortable.
If you feel you are a victim of harassment, then you should take actions to make sure that it is stopped, not only for yourself, but for others who may fall victim to it as well. Most of the time, you are not the first person the attacker has harassed, nor will you be the last if actions are not taken against them.
The only person who can determine if you have a legitimate case and can seek monetary damages for your harassment is a sexual harassment attorney. There are many Sexual Harassment Attorneys in Worcester, MA. If you choose to search for an attorney, you want to look for one who is experienced with sexual harassment cases and has a firm knowledge of the law. They should be able to answer any and all questions you have and handle your questions in a friendly and professional manner. The attorney should explain your rights to clearly so you choose your next course of action.
The Law Office Of Michael O. Shea P.C. has been serving the Worcester area for over 20 years. They are an experienced firm and handle cases involving sexual harassment. All attorneys at the firm have extensive knowledge of the law and are prepared to help you with your case.
