Here are several steps to undertake if you are facing sexual harassment:
Tell your harasser a strict ‘no' and that they are making you uncomfortable. While this may seem obvious, people often may not realize how their advances are being pursued.
Document what's happening to you – dates, number of times, places, names of the persons involved, emails, messages, documents, and keep the evidence in a safe place, not at work.
Make an official sexual harassment complaint and report sexual harassment. Many organizations have procedures in place to protect employees from sexual harassment.
While we understand that continuing to work at a place where you are constantly being targeted for sexual harassment can be very difficult, it is important that you do not quit the organization before reporting. This could affect your chances of winning a sexual harassment lawsuit.
Sexual harassment can affect a person's ability to function properly. Seek treatment or counseling if you have trouble dealing with the circumstances and have anxiety, depression, emotional distress, or other psychological symptoms.
If you think you are being sexually harassed, it is vital that you consult with an experienced sexual harassment lawyer at Rubin Law Corporation so that they can guide you on preserving your claims and the course of action to take.