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Types of Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment can take many different forms, including unwanted touching, sexual comments or jokes, and requests for sexual favors. There are two types of sexual harassment recognized under the law: quid pro quo harassment and hostile work environment harassment. Quid pro quo harassment occurs when an employee is subjected to unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors as a condition of employment or in exchange for job benefits. For example, a supervisor who threatens to fire an employee unless they engage in sexual activity with them is committing quid pro quo harassment. Hostile work environment harassment occurs when an employee is subjected to unwelcome sexual conduct that is severe or pervasive enough to create a hostile or offensive work environment. This can include offensive jokes or comments, sexual gestures, and unwanted touching. Legal Recourse for Victims If you have been the victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, you have several legal options available to you. The first step is to report the harassment to your employer or supervisor. Many companies have policies in place for reporting sexual harassment, and you should follow these procedures to the best of your ability. If your employer fails to take appropriate action to stop the harassment or if you are retaliated against for reporting the harassment, you may have a legal claim for sexual harassment. By: Virtus Law Group ,Birmingham Alabama...
