Long Beach Sexual Harassment Lawyer

Long Beach Sexual Harassment Attorney

If you’ve experienced sexual harassment in your workplace, contact an experienced Long Beach sexual harassment lawyer. Whether you work for employers like Boeing, Long Beach City College, Long Beach Transit, or elsewhere, safeguard your rights by hiring qualified legal representation in employment law.

Why Choose Us?

The Shirazi Law Firm, PC, has helped California clients with employment law claims of all kinds, and we have successfully obtained compensation for our clients. If you need to pursue justice for sexual harassment you experienced, hire a sexual harassment lawyer. If you believe you’ve been the victim of harassment, it’s critical to speak with a trusted attorney in a confidential space.

Sometimes, the parties involved can negotiate and reach a full and fair settlement amount that compensates you for your losses. Rest assured, our attorneys have plenty of experience handling various types of employment claims and navigating sexual harassment laws through the Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse and the Los Angeles County Superior Court system. We can pursue the maximum recovery possible for your recovery.

What Does Workplace Sexual Harassment Mean?

Workplace sexual harassment means any unwelcome conduct or behavior of a sexual nature that leads to an offensive, hostile, or intimidating place of employment for employees. This can include physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct. Such conduct can come from employees, supervisors, co-workers, bosses, or clients, and it can happen in basically any work setting.

Under the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964, sexual harassment is a type of illegal sex discrimination. California employers must protect their employees and work diligently to prevent and address sexual harassment in their company.

What Are Some Examples of Unwarranted Workplace Sexual Harassment?

Some types of actionable workplace sexual harassment include the following acts:

• Whistling in a sexual way
• Catcalling
• Unwanted touching, groping, or kissing, which can even amount to battery and/or sexual assault
• Asking for sexual favors
• Offering a promotion by demanding a sexual favor
• Making suggestive gestures, jokes, or comments
• Using inappropriate slurs or other derogatory language
• Standing far too close to another employee
• Blocking an employee from their intended path
• Sending another employee inappropriate photos, videos, or texts
• Posting photos at work that a reasonable person would find offensive

These are only some examples, and there are many other kinds of workplace behavior that can constitute workplace sexual harassment. If you have experienced harassment, reach out to a trusted attorney at our office.

What Specific Types of Sexual Harassment Claims Exist?

Sexual harassment claims can be divided into two types. These include the following:

• Quid pro quo. Quid pro quo harassment is based on the Latin phrase that means ‘this for that.’ If someone makes any adverse employment decision based on an employee rejecting their sexual advances, it is often characterized as quid pro quo sexual harassment.
• Hostile work environment. If sexual conduct and behavior have permeated someone’s workplace, it can be actionable as a hostile work environment. You may have a valid harassment claim if the harasser’s conduct feels abusive or intimidating.

For either type of workplace claim, report the behavior at work and safeguard your employee rights. Also, contact a knowledgeable Pasadena attorney who can discuss filing a formal harassment claim based on your individual situation.

Employer Responsibility in California

Despite being illegal, many California workers continue to experience on-the-job sexual harassment. In 2020, the DFEH, now the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), stated that there were about 5,597 individual claims that reported a hostile work environment in California. Also, there were about 2,371 claims for quid pro quo situations. Many claims concerned both types of harassment as well.

The Golden State boasts about 39 million residents, which reflects a significant number of workplace harassment claims. Of note, the numbers could be much higher since many sexual harassment incidents typically go unreported.

An attorney can build a solid recovery case based on your specific situation and prove your employer knew, or should have known, about what was happening at your job. Call Shirazi Law Firm, PC, to discuss all potential remedies.

What Legal Remedies Are Available for Claims of California Sexual Harassment?

You may be entitled to compensation. This recovery may include:

• Medical costs
• Income loss
• Emotional distress, such as pain and suffering
• Punitive damages to potentially punish the at-fault parties, when allowed

A California lawyer can investigate your specific situation and pursue all available legal remedies for your recovery. They can ensure the entire process is as smooth and stress-free as possible.

FAQs About Long Beach, CA Sexual Harassment Laws

How Can I Help My Own Sexual Harassment Claim in Long Beach, California?

To help prove your own sexual harassment claim in Long Beach, you can take the following steps:

• Document what happened at work.
• Gather all relevant physical evidence.
• Report the harassment at work.
• Write down any negative consequences you’ve experienced due to the harassment.
• Document the ways the harassment was offensive and how it severely altered your employment.
• Consult a knowledgeable Long Beach employment lawyer.

What Does a Long Beach Sexual Harassment Attorney Cost?

In Long Beach, sexual harassment attorneys set their own costs, which are usually based on the complexity of an individual case and the skill level of the attorney. Many law firms, including ours, work on a contingency fee basis. This means we only get paid when we win your case. If you’re considering hiring an attorney, ask about their track record and discuss their attorney fee agreement.

What Type of Lawyer Can Assist With a Workplace Harassment Case?

For workplace harassment cases, you should contact an experienced employment attorney to assist with your claim. They are proficient in workplace cases and are knowledgeable about sexual harassment and discrimination. They can explain your employee rights, discuss the process of resolving your claim, and represent you in a claim against your employer and other at-fault parties.

Are There Reasons Some Employees Don’t File Sexual Harassment Claims?

Yes, some employees don’t ultimately file a sexual harassment claim, especially if they try to manage their claim alone. These cases can involve emotional stress, a long legal process, and employer retaliation. Thankfully, an attorney can guide you throughout the entire recovery process and discuss your goals regarding bringing a claim.

Hire Exceptional Employment Lawyers – Call Shirazi Law Firm, PC, Today

If someone violated your employee rights, reach out to Shirazi Law Firm, PC, today. We’re compassionate attorneys who are intimately familiar with Long Beach sexual harassment laws. Contact us to schedule your free consultation.