A female employee was the victim of severe sexual harassment at work by her supervisor. The supervisor was obsessed with pornography, and felt she resembled a well-known adult firm star. He relentlessly pursued her, made crude comments about her body and his sex life, stalked her, touched her inappropriately, drunkenly threatened her, and made her work-life unbearable. As a married woman, our client was horrified by the conduct, and repeatedly complained to top management about him. Although the company claimed to investigate her complaints, they took no action to protect her. The “good old boys' network closed ranks behind the supervisor to protect him. When our client could take no more, she was forced to quit. We brought suit against the supervisor, the company and it's CEO. The case settled prior to trial.
Result: Substantial confidential settlement.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace in Northern California
No employee should have to face sexual harassment in the workplace. Unwanted sexual advances, catcalls or sexual jokes can make you feel uncomfortable and humiliated. If you are being sexually harassed at work, you need a skilled and knowledgeable attorney to help you bring a claim against your employer.
The Oakland attorneys at Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer, have spent more than 30 years protecting the rights of employees. We provide legal support and zealous advocacy for victims of sexual harassment in the Bay Area, throughout Northern California and beyond.
To discuss your case with an attorney, contact our law firm. Our Oakland attorneys offer a free consultation to evaluate your case and help you understand your legal options.
Helping Victims of Sexual Harassment at Work
Whether you are in Walnut Creek, San Ramon or Richmond or anywhere in the Bay area, employment law attorneys at our firm can help you. We represent clients who have been subjected to all types of sexual discrimination in the workplace, including:
- Verbal or e-mailed sexual remarks or jokes
- Sexual touching, groping or blocking
- Requests for sexual favors or acts
- Posting sexually suggestive images in the workspace
If you have been subjected to unwelcome sexual advances or harassment, we will help bring a claim against you employer. Our Oakland attorneys have helped countless victims who have been fired, demoted or subjected to a hostile work environment, whether it was by the opposite or the same sex.
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We help victims of harassment seek justice and a safe work environment. Contact our Bay Area employment law attorneys to discuss your case.