Riverside Sexual Harassment Inappropriate Physical Contact Attorney
Riverside Sexual Harassment Inappropriate Physical Contact Lawyer
Riverside is a rapidly growing area, and industries such as technology, manufacturing, construction, retail, and agriculture support the thriving local economy. While there is plenty of opportunity to find lucrative and rewarding work in Riverside, many people encounter various forms of sexual harassment at work, including unwanted physical contact. If this has happened to you, a Riverside sexual harassment inappropriate physical contact attorney can help.
Representing Victims of Inappropriate Physical Contact at Work in Riverside, CA
The attorneys at the Diefer Law Group have more than 60 combined years of experience handling all types of sexual harassment cases for clients in Riverside and surrounding areas of California, including cases arising from inappropriate physical contact. Any form of sexual harassment at work is unacceptable, but once it has reached the point of physical contact, it becomes sexual assault, a serious crime that can lead to severe penalties for the defendant.
Our team will work closely with you to build the strongest possible case against your harasser. Generally, when sexual harassment happens in the workplace, the victim should report the issue to their supervisor immediately and explore internal conflict resolution policies at work before taking formal legal steps to address the matter. However, if doing this has failed to produce any meaningful results, you need to talk to an attorney right away.
A Riverside sexual harassment inappropriate physical contact attorney can help you gather evidence to build a strong case, guide you through the process of filing a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and help you understand your options for ensuring accountability and recovering compensation for your damages. The Diefer Law Group is prepared to assist you with every stage of your legal proceedings.
Filing a Sexual Harassment Case in Riverside
The EEOC processes thousands of reports of workplace harassment and discrimination throughout the United States each year. Between fiscal year 2018 and fiscal year 2021, the EEOC received 27,291 cases alleging sexual harassment in the workplace. Whenever the EEOC receives such a report, the agency is required to investigate and deliver a determination to the party who reported the incident.
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue across all industries in the United States, but California has higher rates of workplace sexual harassment than the national average. A study conducted by the University of California San Diego concluded that in California, women experienced sexual harassment 5% more than the national average, and men experienced it 10% more than the national average.
Sexual harassment takes many forms, including quid pro quo sexual harassment, in which one party, usually a supervisor or manager, offers job-related benefits in exchange for sexual favors. Sexual harassment can also happen when a hostile work environment develops for the victim, making it impossible for them to do their job.
Sexual harassment can also include inappropriate physical contact, ranging from unwelcome touches to more severe behavior like groping or battery.
When you have experienced inappropriate physical contact at work, you should report the incident to your supervisor right away. If the internal conflict resolution policy in your workplace fails to adequately address the situation, the next step would be to contact a Riverside sexual harassment inappropriate physical contact attorney right away to determine your legal options. Your attorney can help you file a complaint to the EEOC.
Building Your Sexual Harassment Case in Riverside
Proving sexual harassment in the workplace can be challenging. Those who knowingly engage in this behavior typically know not to leave physical evidence such as emails or other correspondence, so it may seem like evidence to support your case is scarce. However, your attorney can help you obtain witness testimony and other evidence to build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
Once you submit your complaint to the EEOC, the agency will investigate the issue and deliver its findings. If it believes that you have indeed been sexually harassed, it may send a Notice of Right to Sue to the claimant, allowing them to proceed with a civil suit. The EEOC may also initiate legal proceedings against the employer, and the employer will likely face a heavy fine along with their liability for the victim’s damages.
If your case is successful, it is possible to claim various forms of compensation. If you were denied promotion, wrongfully terminated, or were forced to quit your job, you could have grounds to seek compensation for lost income and benefits, out-of-pocket expenses for travel, new job searches, and legal fees, and you may also have grounds to claim compensation for medical expenses if you require any type of care due to your experience.
The victim of workplace sexual harassment may also have grounds to claim compensation for the pain and suffering they experienced. The amount they can receive will typically depend on the severity of the harm done to them. Your Riverside sexual harassment inappropriate physical contact attorney can help you maximize this aspect of your case award.
The defendant who engaged in inappropriate physical contact against you could face severe penalties, along with their liability for your damages. They can face a heavy fine, and if their behavior qualifies as sexual assault, they could face either misdemeanor or felony prosecution in criminal court. Your attorney can explain how any such factors could influence your case.
How Your Riverside Sexual Harassment Inappropriate Physical Contact Attorney Can Help
Experiencing any type of sexual harassment can be traumatic, but when it has reached the point of inappropriate physical contact of any kind, it can be especially distressing. The attorneys at the Diefer Law Group excel at resolving complex sexual harassment cases on behalf of clients in Riverside and surrounding areas of California, and we are prepared to fight on your behalf through all stages of your case.
You have limited time from the last incident of harassment you experienced to file your complaint to the EEOC, and the evidence you may need to build your case may not be available for very long. Contact the Diefer Law Group today and schedule a free consultation with an experienced Riverside sexual harassment inappropriate physical contact attorney to learn how our firm can assist you with your case.
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