Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in Pennsylvania

Re: Sexual Harrasment

The short answer is...maybe. It depends if it objectively creates a hostile work environment. The number one thing you must do is make a complaint to your superior or to Human Resources. Make it in WRITING (e-mail is fine, but save a copy of whatever you submit). Then, give me a call or e-mail me. I'll tell you your options, free of charge.

Re: Sexual Harrasment

You asked about possible sexual harassment.

Constantly staring at a person may be considered harassment if it is intended to annoy another or if it is attributable to other than pure interests. Almost everyone has at one time or another been so enamored of another that they occupied there thoughts. It's human nature. BUT, when that makes the object uncomfortable because of overt actions whether passive or not then the person has an obligation to cease.

Here, you have conduct that makes you uncomfortable. Maybe the person is attracted to you, maybe your are being overly sensitive, but no matter what you need to deal with the situation.

The first step is to make the person aware that their conduct is unwanted and unwarranted. Don't be confrontational, just inform that it makes you uncomfortable. in a polite society, we try to get along with each other and deal with problems at the lowest level.

If confrontation does not alter the behavior appropriately for the better then it is necessary to inform your superiors. Do this both verbally and in writing.

The management must deal with the situation. Depending on this circumstances this may involve any number of actions, including relocating either or both work stations.

If the matter persists and management does not take steps to intervene then you should contact an attorney. I can help deal with a matter through both administrative and legal means if necessary.

Regards,

Roger