Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in California

sexual harrassment outside/inside the workplace

I was sexually harrassed by a teacher I work with and

after the incident he continued to harrass me at work.

He threatened me by saying that he gets along very well

with the principal. He also told other teachers that I

work with that I for some strange reason thought that he

was trying to come onto me. These teachers came to

me and advised me about all the awful things he was

saying. He has also harrassed other female teachers

at work but they are not willing to come forward. I feel

very uncomfortable and I've found another job. How can

I approach this in a legal manner?


Asked on 8/15/03, 9:41 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Donald Holben Donald R. Holben & Associates, APC

Re: sexual harrassment outside/inside the workplace

Did you report his behavior to the principal? To anyone at the top? If not, you can pursue a claim against this individual, however, the school and district may have a defense if not reported IN WRITING... CALL 800-685-6950

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Answered on 8/26/03, 12:13 pm
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: sexual harrassment outside/inside the workplace

File a claim with the DFEH within one year of the harrassment or the time that you quit. You are entitled to loss wages, lost earing capacity, and general damages. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

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Answered on 8/26/03, 2:25 pm
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: sexual harrassment outside/inside the workplace

you should retain legal counsel to assure your rights are fully protected and aggressively pursued as soon as possible. if you would further assistance in this matter, feel free to email me directly with your contact information for a free case evaluation/consultation.

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Answered on 8/25/03, 10:05 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: sexual harrassment outside/inside the workplace

You can file a formal complaint with the employer/school and with the DFEH or EEOC, followed up with a lawsuit. If interested in discussing facts and options available, contact me.

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Answered on 8/28/03, 1:10 pm


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