Imagine this: It is Tuesday afternoon. Your star employee, typically filled with creativity and enthusiasm, walks into your office. Today, she is withdrawn, with her eyes downcast and her usual spark missing. She hesitates, then quietly mentions experiencing unwanted advances from a colleague. Your heart sinks. Could you have prevented this? The Phoenix employment attorneys at Shields Petitti &...
Continue ReadingSome of the most damaging things people say in the workplace do not appear in writing. Often, there is no email to print or memo to forward—just an inappropriate term or line that slips into the conversation. These moments may seem minor. But if they are unwelcome, persistent, and tied to your gender or sexuality, they may not just...
Continue ReadingStanding up to sexual harassment takes courage. It is not just a battle for justice but a fight to reclaim your dignity and ensure others do not endure the same harm. But even the bravest individuals can falter without understanding the mistakes to avoid when filing sexual harassment claims. One wrong move could derail your case, leaving you without...
Continue ReadingThe idea of taking legal action is daunting to many employees who’ve suffered sexual harassment at work. It’s natural for victims of inappropriate workplace behavior to feel nervous about the unknown and complicated process involved in holding someone accountable for their abuse. However, understanding the legal steps that make up a sexual harassment lawsuit can help relieve your anxiety...
Continue ReadingMost modern employees know that sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal and unacceptable. Unfortunately, that still doesn’t stop certain individuals from violating the boundaries and rights of those around them. To protect yourself and your rights, you must know how to recognize when behavior crosses the line from inappropriate to illegal. This blog post will explain what employees should...
Continue ReadingAll employees deserve to feel safe and respected at work, regardless of sex or gender. Unfortunately, workplace sexual harassment is far from a thing of the past. Sexual harassment today often appears in more subtle forms that employees may not immediately recognize. This blog post will teach employees the basics of recognizing signs of sexual harassment at work. We...
Continue ReadingKnowing the statute of limitations for sexual harassment claims is key to filing a case. These deadlines are strict, and missing them can mean losing your chance to take legal action, so the sooner you act, the better. Delays can make it harder to gather evidence and build a strong case. At Shields Petitti & Zoldan, PLC, we want...
Continue ReadingCritical state and federal regulations protect Grand Canyon State personnel from workplace sexual harassment. You may wonder, What laws protect employees from sexual harassment in Arizona? Keep reading to learn about these pertinent regulations, an employer’s responsibility to follow them, and how to file a sexual harassment claim. What Are Federal Laws That Protect from Sexual Harassment? The cornerstone...
Continue ReadingQuid pro quo sexual harassment is one of several types of sexual harassment in Arizona. It refers primarily to situations where someone in your workplace offers you a benefit (or threatens harm) to get sexual favors from you. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Arizona Law 41-1463 work together to forbid all kinds of sexual...
Continue ReadingHarassment of any kind has no place at work. But according to a 2018 survey, 81% of women and 43% of men experience some form of sexual harassment in their lifetime. Despite this, many instances of sexual harassment go unreported. And while some actions are obviously inappropriate, today sexual harassment in the workplace can take on more subtle forms....
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