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Bookmark or Share- Sexual Harassment - U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity CommissionIt is unlawful to harass a person (an applicant or employee) because of that person's sex. Harassment can include "sexual harassment" or unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature.
- Sexual Harassment - Definition, Examples, Cases, ProcessesSexual harassment laws vary by state, though all individuals are guaranteed the right to not be discriminated against on the basis of sex, age, disability, race, color, or religion, by federal law. Sexual harassment falls under these protections.
- Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation - USAGovSexual harassment is unlawful when: It is so frequent and severe that it creates a hostile or intimidating work environment. It results in an adverse employment decision (ex: the person is demoted, denied promotion, suspended, or fired). Report harassment. Follow these steps if you experienced harassment at work. Retaliation
- New protections from sexual harassment come into forceNew duty under the Equality Act 2010 will require employers to take “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. New guidance for employers on how they can protect...
- Fact Sheet: Sexual Harassment DiscriminationSexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII applies to employers with 15 or more employees, including state and local governments.
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