Houston Hostile Work Environment Attorney
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 marked a great leap forward in the battle against many forms of discrimination in the workplace. Among the problems that were targeted by this landmark piece of legislation was the issue of sexual harassment. This had long been unaddressed due to the male-dominated nature of the workforce, but as more women began working in a changing economic world, the need for legal protections came into clearer focus. The Act prohibits sexual harassment either through quid pro quo propositions or the creation of a hostile work environment.
If sexually inappropriate or offensive conditions have made your workplace uncomfortable or intimidating, contact the Houston hostile work environment attorneys of the Ross Law Group at 713-482-6910. You deserve to have a place of employment that is respectful, and our experienced lawyers offer the strong and committed legal representation that you need.
Prohibited Workplace Actions and Behaviors
People have dramatically different thresholds of tolerance for sexual gestures, comments, or displays. In order to create a standard that defends the right of all workers to feel comfortable in their jobs, the law establishes some very clear guidelines regarding the types of actions and behaviors that are prohibited. If any of the following interfere with an employee's ability to work or otherwise create an intimidating environment, then a hostile work environment claim may be in order:
- Leering – as defined by implicitly sexual staring
- Offensive comments referring to one's appearance, including specific body parts
- Unwanted and suggestive physical contact
- Sexual humor, graphic depictions, or simulative gestures
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Sexual harassment in a hostile work environment can be infuriating, degrading, and humiliating. If your employer, co-workers, clients, or their guests have created conditions that made you feel ill-at-ease, then you may have grounds for pursuing legal action. Contact the Houston hostile work environment attorneys of the Ross Law Group at 713-482-6910.