Frequently Asked Questions
Employee Questions
Q: I am being sexually harassed at work, what should I do?
A: First, make sure that you make it known that you do not appreciate or condone the behavior you are being subjected to. Moreover, make sure that this is documented in some manner (i.e. email, legal recording, etc.).- It is highly important to collect the information and evidence of harassment while the harassment is ongoing needed to ensure that they are preserved.
If the problem persists, consult an employment attorney to tailor an approach specific to your situation. Moreover, you should consider reporting sexual harassment in the workplace. You want to eliminate the possiblity of your employer retaliating against you for your report.
Q: Should I report sexual harassment at work? Who do I report it to?
A: You should generally report sexual harassment to your supervisor, other higher level management, or human resources. In addition, you can report sexual harassment directly to Texas Workforce Commision (if you are in Texas) or to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. However, in any case, keep a paper trail of your communications and complaints (i.e. email, copy of complaint, etc.).
Q: What should I do if I am suffering from anxiety and depression because of the sexual harassment?
A: The number one thing that you need to take care of is you. If you are feeling anxiety or depression because of your workplace situation, go to the doctor or psychologist.
Q: My employer is retaliating against me. What should I do?
A: Keep documents related to the retaliaiton. For instance, if they are writing you up, get a copy of it. You will need to complain about the retaliation in the workplace. Make sure that
Employer Questions:
Q: What should I do when an employee reported that sexual harassment had occurred?
A: First consulting an attoney helps you navigate through any potential pitfalls specific to your situation that may arise. Do not simply ignore the complaint and allow the alleged harassment from continuing. This could cause you, the employer, to be liable for, at the very least, ratifying the conduct.
The best approach may be to tell your employee that you appreciate that he/she approached you with the complaint and that you will ensure appropriate follow-up. This will encourage others who have similar problems to report the issues to you rather than an outside agency. Explain the individual's options such as a formal investigations and reporting. The complaining employee should be informed of resources such as counseling that may be available to him or her. Make he/she aware that retaliation against against him/her will not be tolerated and will be subject to discipline. Finally, explain to him or her that his or her privacy will be respected but do not guarantee complete confidentiality.
Q: I am being sexually harassed at work, what should I do?
A: First, make sure that you make it known that you do not appreciate or condone the behavior you are being subjected to. Moreover, make sure that this is documented in some manner (i.e. email, legal recording, etc.).- It is highly important to collect the information and evidence of harassment while the harassment is ongoing needed to ensure that they are preserved.
If the problem persists, consult an employment attorney to tailor an approach specific to your situation. Moreover, you should consider reporting sexual harassment in the workplace. You want to eliminate the possiblity of your employer retaliating against you for your report.
Q: Should I report sexual harassment at work? Who do I report it to?
A: You should generally report sexual harassment to your supervisor, other higher level management, or human resources. In addition, you can report sexual harassment directly to Texas Workforce Commision (if you are in Texas) or to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. However, in any case, keep a paper trail of your communications and complaints (i.e. email, copy of complaint, etc.).
Q: What should I do if I am suffering from anxiety and depression because of the sexual harassment?
A: The number one thing that you need to take care of is you. If you are feeling anxiety or depression because of your workplace situation, go to the doctor or psychologist.
Q: My employer is retaliating against me. What should I do?
A: Keep documents related to the retaliaiton. For instance, if they are writing you up, get a copy of it. You will need to complain about the retaliation in the workplace. Make sure that
Employer Questions:
Q: What should I do when an employee reported that sexual harassment had occurred?
A: First consulting an attoney helps you navigate through any potential pitfalls specific to your situation that may arise. Do not simply ignore the complaint and allow the alleged harassment from continuing. This could cause you, the employer, to be liable for, at the very least, ratifying the conduct.
The best approach may be to tell your employee that you appreciate that he/she approached you with the complaint and that you will ensure appropriate follow-up. This will encourage others who have similar problems to report the issues to you rather than an outside agency. Explain the individual's options such as a formal investigations and reporting. The complaining employee should be informed of resources such as counseling that may be available to him or her. Make he/she aware that retaliation against against him/her will not be tolerated and will be subject to discipline. Finally, explain to him or her that his or her privacy will be respected but do not guarantee complete confidentiality.