If you’ve experienced sexual harassment at work, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, this type of harassment still happens. But know that you have rights, and there are steps you can take to address and rectify the situation. However, many affected workers wonder how to prove sexual harassment in the workplace. The lawyers of Boucher LLP offer this guide to help...
Continue ReadingYour sexual orientation and gender identity have no bearing on your work performance and should never be an issue in the workplace. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination is still a major issue in California and the United States. If you have experienced LGBTQIA+ sexual harassment, it is important that you understand your legal rights. What Constitutes LGBTQ+ Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment...
Continue ReadingDespite employees’ rights to a discrimination-free workplace, fear of retaliation often prevents people from coming forward. Just as there are laws against discrimination in the workplace, including sexual harassment, there are also laws against retaliation so it is essential to understand your rights. What Constitutes Retaliation for Reporting Harassment? The Civil Rights Act protects employees from not only sexual...
Continue ReadingWork may not always be fun, but it should always be a safe environment. This means that employees should not be subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace. The law demands it. There are several legal avenues to seeking relief after enduring sexual harassment on the job, and we can show you what to do if you have been...
Continue ReadingWith its high-pressure work environment and male-dominated culture, the banking industry has seen numerous cases of sexual harassment and misconduct over the years. Sexual harassment is against the law, and employers have an obligation to stop it. As a survivor of sexual harassment in the banking industry, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. At...
Continue ReadingOur attorneys focus on holding institutions responsible for allowing abuse to occur. We typically do not handle matters involving abuse by a personal acquaintance, family member, or other individual outside of an organization. It is devastating to think that your child may be experiencing any type of harm at the hands of another person, but suspecting your child may...
Continue ReadingWhat constitutes inappropriate touching in the workplace? In general, it is any touching that is done intentionally and without your consent. Some inappropriate touching is motivated by the offending party’s sexual desire. Some is not. But inappropriate touching in a work environment is illegal either way. At Boucher LLP, our experienced team of California workplace harassment attorneys safeguards the...
Continue ReadingOur attorneys focus on holding institutions responsible for allowing abuse to occur. We typically do not handle matters involving abuse by a personal acquaintance, family member, or other individual outside of an organization. As survivors speak out about childhood sexual abuse, our society becomes more open to hearing other people’s stories. Still, childhood sexual assault continues to occur in...
Continue ReadingOur attorneys focus on holding institutions responsible for allowing abuse to occur. We typically do not handle matters involving abuse by a personal acquaintance, family member, or other individual outside of an organization. In the early 2000s, hundreds of survivors brought lawsuits against the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for its responsibility in enabling childhood sexual assault. These suits forced...
Continue ReadingOur attorneys focus on holding institutions responsible for allowing abuse to occur. We typically do not handle matters involving abuse by a personal acquaintance, family member, or other individual outside of an organization. As the parent or guardian of a toddler, there is nothing you would not do to keep your child safe. Toddlers present a unique challenge because...
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