Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
People have a right to perform their job duties in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Sexual harassment, which may include unwanted touching, inappropriate communications, inappropriate conduct, or demands for sexual contact, is prohibited by state and federal laws.
At Thornberry, Eischens & Brown, LLC, we take workplace discrimination and harassment very seriously. We are strong advocates for the right of workers to work in a safe and professional environment in which they are respected for their work efforts. If you have been sexually harassed at your place of employment, we encourage you to contact an attorney at our office to learn more about your rights.
We understand that telling strangers an account of sexual harassment can be very difficult, and potentially embarrassing. However, it is important to know exactly how to proceed if you wish to preserve your legal rights.
Maintaining a civil lawsuit for sexual harassment is a challenging task. To be successful, it is important to correctly document and report incidents of harassment, intimidation, and evidence of a hostile working environment. Creating a written report of inappropriate conduct may be better than a verbal report, as a verbal report can be denied. Being fired from your job, paradoxically, may be better than quitting your job (in some circumstances).
Advising people how to proceed is part of what we do at our firm. We handle each case from beginning to end with extensive knowledge of state and federal laws, court procedures, and current case law relevant to sexual harassment. If you have been sexually harassed and need help, we encourage you to contact our Missouri office.
Contact Us
To speak with a lawyer about sexual harassment or another employment law matter, call our office in Kansas City, Missouri, at (816) 531-8383. For assistance by e-mail, contact us online.
