It is not easy to cope with the anger, fear, and anxiety one feels while being the silent victim of sexual harassment at your workplace. With confusing advice given by family, friends, and colleagues, it can be difficult to know how to deal with the abuse.
How Do I Know if What I’m Experiencing Is Illegal Sexual Harassment?
If you are unsure whether your experience qualifies as harassment under the law, we can help. At Goldberg & Rosen, we evaluate your situation thoroughly and help you understand your legal rights and options moving forward.
What Qualifies as Harassment?
You may be unsure if your situation "counts" as harassment. That doubt is common, especially when others try to minimize or normalize what you’ve experienced. If you feel unsafe, disrespected, or degraded at work because of behavior that is sexual or gender-based, it’s time to speak with a lawyer. Sexual harassment does not always involve physical contact. A supervisor may make inappropriate jokes or comments about your appearance. A coworker may continue asking you out even after you’ve said no. Someone might show you explicit images or videos in the workplace. You may also notice subtle retaliation, such as being passed over for projects or promotions after rejecting someone's advances. These are all potential signs of unlawful behavior.







