On March 16, 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed three bills into law that will strengthen legal protections for victims of sexual harassment. Despite these enhanced protections, workplace harassment continues to be a persistent problem in both big and small companies, as well as municipal agencies. The best way to protect...
Category: Harassment
Unwanted Attention and Workplace Harassment
Sexual harassment is associated with unwelcome sexual advances or offensive comments, but another form is harassment is “unwanted attention.” There is a fine line between unwanted attention and harassment and knowing the difference is essential for protecting your employment rights.
Unwanted Attention Can Create a Hostile Work EnvironmentTipped Workers Face Increased Harassment During Pandemic, Study Says
Long before the pandemic, tipped workers in the hospitality industry experienced sexual harassment at a higher rate than workers in other industries. Now, a recent survey reveals tipped service workers in New York have experienced significant unsafe and unfair treatment during the pandemic.
If you have been subjected...