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It’s easy for people to watch a news program about sexual harassment and ask questions such as, “Why didn’t they just find another job?” or “Why did it take so long for them to report it?”. The truth is that there are several reasons why it may take time for a...
Many servers in restaurants and bars depend on tips for a living. Employers often pay low hourly rates because they know that workers can make it up with tips. Aside from the moral arguments over whether that is an acceptable way for employers to think, comes another...
Working online gives people many advantages. Many workers find that they are more productive as they work around their own schedule, can save money by not driving to an office space and have an overall better daily outlook. However, working online does not stop one...
When someone reports that they’ve been sexually harassed at work, it may not be something that just happened. There’s often a bit of a delay. It may have happened weeks ago, but there are also cases where it has been months or even years since the event in question....
No one should ever have to experience sexual harassment, especially in the workplace. Unfortunately, it happens more often than it should. While filing a sexual harassment complaint can seem daunting, it is a way to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions....
If you are a female employee who has suffered sexual harassment, then you might see climbing the career ladder as a way to escape it. You might assume that as you gain status and power fewer people will dare to act inappropriately toward you. Unfortunately, this is...
In today’s digital age, social media plays a significant role in one's daily life, including interactions in professional settings. In Ohio, the influence of social media on workplace dynamics is significant. It serves as a platform where harassment can occur. On the...
Congratulations on your offer of employment! Stepping into a new job with better pay and greater responsibilities is a significant milestone in your career. Before accepting the position, though, be sure the workplace you are considering spending your time in will not...
Sexual orientation harassment is a serious issue that can take many forms. Name-calling, offensive comments or jokes, homophobic slurs, unwelcome touching or sexual gestures are not acceptable behaviors in the workplace or at school. Federal and state laws prohibit...
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center reported that 38% of women and 14% of men have reported sexual harassment at work. Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can take many forms, some of which are not always obvious. While overt actions...