New York Employment Law Attorneys Providing Comprehensive Workplace Harassment Lawsuit to Victims
You have
legal rights to pursue justice for your
harassment
Workplace
harassment is prohibited by both state and
federal law. This means that any victim of
harassment in the workplace has the right to
pursue legal recourse against their harasser
or their employee. There are specific steps
harassment victims should take to pursue
these legal and administrative options to
their fullest.
At
Hepworth, Gershbaum & Roth, our New York
employment lawyers have helped many
workplace harassment victims obtain
favorable results in civil harassment
lawsuits. Our knowledge of laws governed by
the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission and the New York State Division
of Human Rights allow us to provide the
guidance victims need to effectively pursue
justice for their harassment.
It is
important to follow all steps in the process
of filing a harassment lawsuit
There are
key steps that victims should follow when
considering filing a workplace harassment
lawsuit. Following these steps may help to
end the harassment before legal action is
necessary. These steps may also help to
strengthen your case when legal action is
required.
Before
filing a workplace harassment lawsuit, you
should:
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Speak to your harasser: It may
sound scary, but speaking to your
harasser about their actions is a
necessary step. Clearly convey your
position and inform the harasser of the
impact their actions have had on your
work and life. Ask them directly to
change their behaviors, and inform them
of your willingness to file a claim with
your employer if the harassment
continues.
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File a complaint with your employer:
If your harasser continues their
harassment even after a frank
discussion, it is time to take action.
Most employers have an established
procedure for filing a harassment claim.
Contact your human resources
representative to initiate the process
as quickly as possible.
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File an administrative complaint:
If your employer fails to take action or
the harasser continues mistreating you,
it is time to file an administrative
complaint with the New York State
Division of Human Rights. By filing this
claim, you initiate an official review
of your case, which may lead to
sanctions against your employer or legal
intervention in your case.
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File the lawsuit: Workplace
harassment can have significant
financial impact on a victim, especially
when the harassment leads to the
victim’s termination or resignation.
Bringing civil action against your
employer and the harasser is a viable
strategy for pursuing compensation for
your losses and your suffering.
While it
is possible to complete some of these steps
without legal guidance, retaining a New York
employment lawyer early in the process
may improve your chances of successfully
resolving the complaint. Even after speaking
with your harasser and before filing a
complaint with your employer, the guidance
of a lawyer can help you understand your
legal options and how best to proceed.
Schedule a
consultation to discuss your options for
filing a workplace harassment lawsuit
The New
York employment lawyers at Hepworth,
Gershbaum & Roth provide aggressive legal
representation to victims if all forms of
workplace harassment. Our knowledge of
workplace harassment laws allows us to
explain your legal options in terms that are
easily understood. Throughout your search
for resolutions, we stand by your side and
shield you from unnecessary emotional harm
and stress.
Contact us online or call 212-545-1199
to schedule a free consultation to discuss
your situation with one of our New York
employment law attorneys.
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