A hostile work environment exists when an individual has been harassed by an employer, supervisor, co-worker says or does something that makes the victim feel uncomfortable because of his/her sex. This creates an uncomfortable workplace environment.

In order to have an employment claim, the conduct must be ‘offensive.’ Courts have found that offensive joking, images, physical contact, leering, and unwanted requests for dates, may be sexual harassment. These unwanted behaviors can lead to the ‘hostile work environment.’ The harasser may be between people of the same sex, or of opposite sexes. A woman can be a harasser to a man.

The harassment must also be ‘severe and pervasive.’ This means that a single, isolated instance of an offensive comment may not constitute sexual harassment. However, sexual harassment is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

If you believe that you have been a victim of sexual harassment, and have been suffering through a hostile work environment, please call Law Offices of David H. Greenberg, LLP, at (1-888-204-1014) for a free consultation. You can also visit us at www.discriminationattorney.com to learn more. We are here to help you!