How can employees combat harassment at work?

Combatting 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.

Maryland Washington DC Virginia Sexual Harassment Attorneys

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