Why You Should Bring a Legal Claim if You Experience Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault in the Workplace
1. Protecting Your Rights
First and foremost, bringing a legal claim helps protect your rights as an employee. Workplace harassment and assault are violations of both state and federal laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964. By filing a claim, you are asserting your right to a safe and respectful work environment, free from discrimination and abuse.
3. Encouraging Organizational Change
When an organization faces legal consequences for failing to address sexual harassment and assault, it is often prompted to review and improve its policies and practices. Your legal claim can drive significant changes within the company, leading to better training programs, stricter enforcement of anti-harassment policies, and a more supportive environment for all employees.