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Category: Sexual Harassment

Understanding Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on October 23, 2020

Most of us have a broad understanding of what sexual harassment means in the workplace. The average person knows that it is unlawful to harass a person because of his or her sex. The average person also knows that unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other actions could subject an employer or supervisor…

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What to Do If You Are Sexually Harassed at Work in Los Angeles
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on September 30, 2020

The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibits sexual harassment in the workplace. Sexual harassment may include unwanted sexual advances, verbal or physical sexual overtures or propositions, and threats or bribes requiring sexual acts in exchange. You have the right to work in a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.  Below, our sexual…

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What Is Hostile Work Environment Sexual Harassment?
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on June 29, 2020

California and federal law recognize two types of sexual harassment: quid pro quo harassment and hostile work environment harassment. Below, our Los Angeles sexual harassment lawyers explain: The definition of hostile work environment sexual harassment How hostile work environment harassment is different than quid pro quo harassment How to determine whether you have a viable claim What Is Hostile…

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What Evidence is Needed for a Sexual Harassment Suit in California?
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on February 28, 2020

Experiencing sexual harassment at work is always unpleasant and can lead to ongoing problems at work. Frequently, employees face the dilemma of reporting sexual harassment and facing retaliation, or saying nothing and continuing to endure unwanted sexual conduct. Often, employees choose to say nothing and hope that the harassing conduct will cease. However, generally that…

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Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP Represents Bachelorette Contestant, Chad Johnson, in Lawsuit
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on December 10, 2019

Internationally known Bachelorette contestant and one-time Bachelor Nation participant Chad Johnson has filed a lawsuit against movie producer Cristina Cimino, alleging that she made aggressive, unwanted advances of a sexual and provocative nature, despite his clear and repeated refusals. Johnson is represented by Los Angeles sexual harassment lawyers Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP. Suit Filed…

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Common Examples of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on November 5, 2019

Sexual harassment in the workplace can negatively impact employees and their ability to work. In recent years, the “Me Too” movement has shed light on the number of sexual harassment and assault cases in the workplace. Below, our Los Angeles sexual harassment attorneys explain common examples of sexual harassment in the workplace. Get a Free,…

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Have You Been Sexually Assaulted in the Workplace in California?
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on October 24, 2019

Sexual Harassment | Workplace Retaliation Workplace sexual assault is common. In fact, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, 58 percent of women experience sexual harassment or assault in the workplace. Over the last several years, the #MeToo movement has exposed the frequency of sexual harassment and assault at work. More than half of…

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Why Is Sexual Harassment Common in the Restaurant Industry?
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on September 20, 2019

Our Los Angeles Sexual Harassment Lawyers Explain This National Issue Service workers have some of the hardest jobs imaginable. Many put up with rude customers, poor tippers, long hours, difficult work and sexual harassment. In the restaurant industry, sexual harassment is extremely common among servers, bartenders, cooks and supervisors.  According to the Harvard Business Review,…

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Who Is Liable in a Sexual Harassment or Discrimination Lawsuit?
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on September 13, 2019

Our Los Angeles Sex Discrimination Attorneys Explain Employer Liability Sexual harassment and discrimination are common problems in the American workplace. As you already know, a national movement, the #MeToo movement, focused on the issue over the past two years.  Workers who experience sexual harassment or discrimination can face lasting psychological trauma and damage to their careers. Fortunately,…

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How Deductions for Confidential Sexual Harassment Settlements Were Eliminated
Posted in Firm News,Sexual Harassment on January 9, 2019

Nondisclosure agreements (NDA) are notoriously common during workplace sexual harassment settlements. For many decades, your employer could settle a confidential sexual harassment claim and receive a tax deduction. However, a recent tax reform bill forces your employer to choose between using an NDA and receiving a tax deduction. Section 13307 of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) states that…

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