In New Jersey, your employer is responsible for harassment caused by supervisors regardless of whether company officials know about the incident or have a stated policy against it. What to Do The advice given about other gender discrimination applies to sexual harassment as well. Make it clear that the behavior or remark is not acceptable. In some cases, this is all that is needed to stop the harassment. Talk to co-workers about the incident.
Employers are more likely to respond if complaints come from more than one person.
Tell friends and family about the incident immediately. If needed, they can testify to your reaction and lend credibility to your case. Note who saw the incident and your reaction. Complain to your employer through a supervisor, personnel officer, management, or union official. Keep copies of all communications, write memos on conversations, and keep these with your other personal records.