Combating Sexual Harassment
- If there are witnesses to the harassment, work with an attorney to get signed statements corroborating that the harassment took place.
- If there are text messages or emails evidencing harassment, work with an attorney to properly preserve this proof so that it will be admissible at trial.
- Consult the company’s anti-harassment policy and report the harassment.
- Document any retaliation that you experience for reporting the harassment.
- If you are a federal government employee or a state or local (city, county) government employee, different complaint filing procedures may apply. The EEOC’s website has a handy online assessment tool that provides information on how to file a complaint.
- Be cautious in gathering evidence. For example, in some states, surreptitious recording is unlawful.
- Document the harm you suffer because of the harassment, including the impact on your personal and professional relationships.
- Talk with an experienced employment attorney to discuss your legal rights and options, including applicable deadlines for filing an EEOC charge of discrimination.
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