Being in any leadership role at work comes with its own unique challenges, especially for women. One of these is the unfortunate reality of an increased risk of sexual harassment. In South Florida, where women are increasingly taking on leadership positions, it's...
Workplace sexual harassment comes in two main forms. Those in positions of authority may engage in quid pro quo harassment. They use their authority to try to manipulate others into providing them with sexual favors. Other times, sexual harassment involves the...
There are two main types of workplace sexual harassment. Some people deal with quid pro quo sexual harassment which occurs when someone in a position of authority threatens punishment or offers job benefits for certain personal favors. There is also a hostile work...
Sexual harassment is a serious issue that affects many individuals across various settings, not just within the traditional workplace. It's important for employees, especially women in South Florida who have experienced harassment at work, to recognize that these...
People who experience workplace sexual harassment may try to convince themselves that what they have suffered isn't that bad. Particularly when someone experiences quid pro quo sexual harassment, the infrequency with which misconduct occurs may leave someone feeling...
Sexual harassment is an issue that affects individuals in all types of workplaces, including small businesses. While corporations may have more resources and established protocols for addressing such behavior, small businesses often lack the same level of...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a significant issue that can take many forms, some of which are more subtle and harder to identify. Employees must recognize and address these subtle behaviors in order to protect their rights. With that said, the onus is on an...
Verbal sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can create a toxic and hostile environment for employees. This type of harassment includes unwelcome comments, jokes or gestures of a sexual nature. It undermines the dignity and self-esteem of the...
Sexual harassment can happen in many different ways in the workplace. Sometimes, it just involves comments or even “jokes” that people make. Other times, it’s a single one-time event, such as a coworker making very inappropriate comments about someone’s appearance....
You may think that sexual harassment and gender wage discrimination are two separate issues. However, they are very much intertwined in workplaces across the country. How does sexual discrimination impact wage disparity and vice versa? Scratching the surface of a...
