Can Employers Be Liable for Workplace Harassment?
Employers in California have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent and correct workplace harassment. This responsibility may extend to misconduct by supervisors, managers, coworkers, clients, and third parties connected to the workplace.
An employer may face legal liability if they ignore complaints, fail to investigate misconduct, or retaliate against you for reporting harassment. Retaliation following a complaint may include:
California law prohibits employers from retaliating against you if you report unlawful conduct or participate in investigations.
Our unwanted advances lawyers in Los Angeles could help gather evidence that your employer knew about the harassment but failed to take corrective action. Relevant evidence may include employment records, emails, text messages, performance reviews, and witness testimony. We could also help protect your rights during negotiations or litigation.
Compensation in an Unwanted Advances Claim
If unlawful workplace conduct caused you harm, you may be able to pursue damages through a civil claim. Depending on the facts, compensation could include lost wages, lost earning capacity, emotional distress damages, and other financial losses related to the harassment or retaliation.
In some situations, you may also seek reinstatement, company policy changes, or other remedies available under state employment law. Claims involving large employers, hospitals, or corporations often require extensive evidence and forceful advocacy because of the resources available to the defense.
Our Los Angeles employment attorney could assess how the unlawful conduct affected your career, finances, and emotional well-being. Our legal team works to build your claim with documentation, witness accounts, and employment records.
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