About Sexual Harassment

In 1964, one of the most important United States civil rights acts in existence was passed. This piece of legislation created the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, prohibited racial segregation in public places and institutions, and established certain protective measures for women. In particular, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits workplace discrimination based on gender, race, national origin, religion, or skin color. It also prohibits sexual harassment (which falls under the category of sexual discrimination).

Sexual Harassment Examples

It is important for employees to know how to recognize sexual harassment in the workplace so that they can take the right action against this legal violation, should they become a victim of it. Common examples of sexual harassment are the following:

• Sexual advances that make the victim uncomfortable
• Asking for sexual favors
• Directing unwanted verbal or physical, sexually-oriented conduct toward another individual

Both men and women may be offenders or victims of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment can occur between fellow employees, an employee and a supervisor, or even an employee and an outside party. People may also suffer indirect victimization of sexual harassment, even if they were not the intentional targets of such behavior.

Contact Us

If you have been a victim of workplace sexual harassment, or if you would like to learn more about this illegal act, contact the San Antonio sexual harassment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP today at 800-681-6932 to speak with a qualified attorney about your case.