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Make sure you put things in writing. Depending on the circumstances, you need to give your employer notice of the sexual harassment before the employer could be liable for it. You are protected from retaliation for reporting sexual harassment. Contact an attorney for any questions.   Ohio sexual harassment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Make sure you put things in writing. Depending on the circumstances, you need to give your employer notice of the sexual harassment before the... Read More
You should review your employee handbook and report the harassment as set forth in the sexual harassment policy. Sexual harassment has to be unwelcomed, so you should make it known that it was not ok.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You should review your employee handbook and report the harassment as set forth in the sexual harassment policy. Sexual harassment has to be... Read More

do I have a possible sexual harassment case?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mr. Evan Austin Watson   |   1 Answer
Does this person have a pattern of this type behavior?
Does this person have a pattern of this type behavior?
you told the authorities that this officer committed a crime against you. now, the authorities want to prvove your allegatation. you must decide if you want to cooperate. you are the victim. you can tell them that you will cooperate or you can tell them that you changed your mind. it is your decision. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
you told the authorities that this officer committed a crime against you. now, the authorities want to prvove your allegatation. you must decide if... Read More
Phone calls are not recorded. Furthermore, you don't have any basis for legal action. If your ex-girlfriend would like to take legal action, she should contact an attorney. The venue for the legal action is likely where the incident happened though.
Phone calls are not recorded. Furthermore, you don't have any basis for legal action. If your ex-girlfriend would like to take legal action, she... Read More
you do need an attorney and a sex expert to represent you. you do not want these charges on your record. employment will be most difficult. you need the sex expert to give a written opinion that this was not a 'predatory or asaultive act'. you need the attorney to negotiate our your behalf or to try the case. we do these cases every day. please see our website. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
you do need an attorney and a sex expert to represent you. you do not want these charges on your record. employment will be most difficult. you need... Read More

What is considered sexual child abuse?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer
You should contact a criminal prosecutor's office. This may have been criminal conduct by your father. I encourage you to contact a county or city prosecutor's office to discuss this further.    Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You should contact a criminal prosecutor's office. This may have been criminal conduct by your father. I encourage you to contact a county or city... Read More

Wrongly Accused

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
Not sure what your question is, however, an employee in North Carolina can be terminated for good reason, bad reason or no reason at all.  Alleged sexual harassment is a good reason to fire an employee whether it is true or not.  You cannot file a wrongful firing claim in North Carolina unless you can prove the motive for the termination was unlawful discrimination or unlawful retaliation.... Read More
Not sure what your question is, however, an employee in North Carolina can be terminated for good reason, bad reason or no reason at all. ... Read More
Report the sexual harassment in accordance with your sexual harassment policy (in your employee handbook). You have a legal right to a harassment free workplace from everyone including individuals not employed by your employer. Make your report in writing. If nothing is done, or you are retaliated against, you may have a legal claim against your employer.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Report the sexual harassment in accordance with your sexual harassment policy (in your employee handbook). You have a legal right to a harassment... Read More
If you are fired due to refusing to have sex with your supervisor, then you will likely have a wrongful firing claim against the employer.  Evidence that you have gone to HR and nothing was done will be very helpful to you.
If you are fired due to refusing to have sex with your supervisor, then you will likely have a wrongful firing claim against the employer. ... Read More

Alleged touching

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the key is the context in which the 'touching' took place. if this occurred in the 'workplace', then the 'touched person' has an obligation to tell the employer what happened in order that the employer be given the opportunity to redress the wrong. if the 'touched person' is being supervised by the 'touching person', then the touch can be more serious. for example, a teacher or coach. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
the key is the context in which the 'touching' took place. if this occurred in the 'workplace', then the 'touched person' has an obligation to tell... Read More
Contact an employment attorney to discuss this further before you take any action. This may be sexual harassment, but you need to follow certain steps in order to have a legal claim.   Ohio Employment Attorney - www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Contact an employment attorney to discuss this further before you take any action. This may be sexual harassment, but you need to follow certain... Read More

Inappropriately touched by a local gov't official at the end of a public meeting

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you are free to act in any fashion. however, i would caution that some touching is inadvertent even if the touch is not perceived as inadvertent. a second touching would be inappropriate for sure. i would not advise you to bring an action unless there was some prior action or comment which would support your claim. your claim would be noted. i do not beleive the calim would be acted upon in a meaningful manner. please call if we can help. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
you are free to act in any fashion. however, i would caution that some touching is inadvertent even if the touch is not perceived as inadvertent. a... Read More

my coworker and my manager being harassing me sexually?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you must make a formal complaint in writing to your employer. then, you remployer has the burden to act. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
you must make a formal complaint in writing to your employer. then, you remployer has the burden to act. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600

I was being sexaul harrassed at work. And they let the manger quit. After he quit I am being buulied. And my hours have been cut

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Michael A. Weinstein (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
call my office 404-459-0000 and I will tell you what to do
call my office 404-459-0000 and I will tell you what to do

My business landlord is sexually harassing me . What should I do?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Thatcher Stone (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Generally speaking your landlord if not entitled to visitation under the lease, for other than emeregency purposes has to give you reasonable notice. Every tenant is entitled to "quiet enjoyment" of the premises leased. Tell him in writing if he gives you 48' hours prior written notice, you will be pleased to allow him to inspect the premises and then depart. Tell him no inspection request if not for an emergency can't wait 48 hours. If he did not ask for a key in the ease, don't give him one. Also send him a separate letter advising him you don't like or appreciate his ribald remarks, comments about your appearance or touching you, and if he does it again you will ask for court involvement. Best to do this in a letter from a lawyer.   Thatcher Stone 646 873 7521  ... Read More
Generally speaking your landlord if not entitled to visitation under the lease, for other than emeregency purposes has to give you reasonable notice.... Read More

Are there grounds for sueing please read below.

Answered 12 years ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
He could possibly sue for battery or some form of emotional distress.  However, that is highly unlikely. 
He could possibly sue for battery or some form of emotional distress.  However, that is highly unlikely. 
I'm not sure that it's criminal to have sex at work, that's a question for a criminal defense attorney. But the posts likely would be admissible and it is not an invasion of privacy because company property was used.
I'm not sure that it's criminal to have sex at work, that's a question for a criminal defense attorney. But the posts likely would be admissible and... Read More

What is the time frame for filling

Answered 12 years and a month ago by Michael A. Weinstein (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
call my office at 404-459-0000 and I can discuss if you still have a claim
call my office at 404-459-0000 and I can discuss if you still have a claim
No idea what you are saying.  I recommend organizing your thoughts better and re-posting.
No idea what you are saying.  I recommend organizing your thoughts better and re-posting.

Can a sexual harassment suit be filed against a Union Rep?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mr. Evan Austin Watson   |   1 Answer
You are saying that the union representative assigned to help you is making advances against you? Please clarify.
You are saying that the union representative assigned to help you is making advances against you? Please clarify.

Sexual Harrassment & Hostile work place

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
You should set a consultation with an experienced employment attorney if you wish to pursue this matter.
You should set a consultation with an experienced employment attorney if you wish to pursue this matter.

Can my secretary sue me for sexual harasement?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
Yes, it is possible.  However, sexual harassment claims are made against an employer and not against an individual employee or supervisor.
Yes, it is possible.  However, sexual harassment claims are made against an employer and not against an individual employee or supervisor.
Sure, if the employer is willling to allow it.  However, I am certain that the employer will not allow you to have an attorney present during such a meeting.
Sure, if the employer is willling to allow it.  However, I am certain that the employer will not allow you to have an attorney present during... Read More

Hassarment by co-worker

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer
Call an employment attorney to discuss the circumstances of your employment.
Call an employment attorney to discuss the circumstances of your employment.