San Diego, California - Employment Law Attorney

Sexual harassment in the work environment should never be taken lightly. It is a federal and state offsense and violates the laws. The federal law is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex and national origin. The FEHA stands for the State law which is the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, which prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment because of sex (gender), sexual orientation, marital status and pregnancy, and retaliation for protesting illegal discrimination related to one of these categories. There are several ways in which sexual harassment can come about. It can be described as someone making another person uncomfortable such as in the form of unwanted advanced. However, it can also exist if someone is subjecting you to sexual comments or other forms of conduct that creates a hostile or uncomfortable work environment. This can be a serious matter and may cause someone to avoid normal activities in the work area. If you believe you have been subject to sexual harassment, call 619 857 9020 to contact a sexual harassment attorney at McDonnell Law.