Standing Up for Employees Facing Harassment in the Workplace
At Omni Law, our attorneys represent employees in California, New York, and Pennsylvania who have been subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace. No employee should be forced to endure inappropriate conduct, unwanted advances, or a hostile work environment. When these boundaries are crossed, the emotional and professional impact can be profound and often lasting.
We help workers from all industries and at every level take action against sexual harassment by holding employers accountable under state and federal law. Whether the harassment came from a coworker, supervisor, or someone else, you have the right to work in an environment free from intimidation and abuse.
At Omni Law, we make sure those rights are protected, starting with a free consultation.
What Qualifies as Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment involves unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that interferes with an employee’s ability to perform their job or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. It can take many forms—some overt, others more subtle—but all are illegal when they cross certain boundaries.
Common forms of sexual harassment include:
- Unwanted touching or physical contact.
- Lewd comments, jokes, or gestures.
- Repeated requests for dates or romantic attention after refusal.
- Display of sexually explicit images or content in the workplace.
- Conditioning promotions, raises, or continued employment on sexual favors, called “quid pro quo” harassment.
- Sexist remarks or behavior that create a degrading environment.
Both men and women can be victims or perpetrators of sexual harassment, and the conduct can occur regardless of the gender or sexual orientation of those involved.
Federal and State Protections Against Sexual Harassment
Employees in the United States are protected by a combination of federal, state, and—in some cases—local laws that prohibit sexual harassment in the workplace. These legal protections are designed not only to stop harassment after it occurs but also to require employers to take proactive steps to prevent it in the first place.
While federal laws provide a nationwide baseline, states like California, New York, and Pennsylvania have implemented stronger, more employee-focused standards that expand protections and make it easier to hold employers accountable.
Understanding how these overlapping laws apply is essential to building a strong case and ensuring your rights are fully enforced. At Omni Law, we guide clients through federal and state frameworks, using the most favorable laws available in each jurisdiction to pursue meaningful relief for those subjected to harassment.
Whether dealing with subtle misconduct or severe abuse, you deserve a safe and respectful workplace—and the law is on your side.
Including:
Title VII prohibits sexual harassment as a form of sex-based discrimination in workplaces with 15 or more employees. It applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, promotions, training, and working conditions. Employers are legally obligated to prevent and correct harassment and can be held liable if they fail to do so.
