Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in Massachusetts

my step-daughter (s.d.) has a supervisor that is harassing my s.d. ever since this new supervisor (sup) has started working there. the sup told my s.d. she should be kissing/hugging the sup & complains when my s.d. doesn't comply. the sup also complains that my s.d. doesn't socialize with her (the sup) or ask her about her personal life. since my s.d. doesn't believe she has to hug/kiss or socialize with the sup to do her job, she feels uncomfortable. the sup lies about my s.d. to the owner & other co-workers as well. my s.d. went to the owner who sat down with both of them. the owner told the sup not to speak with my s.d. unless there is another manager with them but the sup continues to do so thus harassing my s.d. the owner also said that my s.d. may be transferred. the sup told my s.d. that the owner is looking to fire her & that there are no openings at the other locations. my s.d. has had no complaints in the last 3 yrs working there.


Asked on 8/21/14, 11:40 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
J. Whitfield Larrabee J. Whitfield Larrabee

If she wants to pursue a claim against her employer, your stepdaughter will want to promptly file a complaint with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. Complaints with the MCAD are subject to a 300 day limitations period. In cases of sexual harassment, it is often best not to wait 300 days to file the complaint. It would be best if she had an experienced attorney help her with preparing such a complaint. It would also be helpful if your step daughter were able to have one or more witnesses who can corroborate her claims. She should consult with an attorney who is experienced in handling sexual harassment claims, who can help protect her legal rights and help her to substantiate her claims. I have represented more than 50 employees with sexual harassment claims and have obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.

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Answered on 8/21/14, 12:38 pm


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