1. Sexual Harassment Comes in Many Forms
Sexual harassment is another type of job discrimination prohibited by federal employment
law. Clients seeking a lawyer at the Gainesville, Florida office of Massey & Duffy, PLLC for
advice should be aware that sexual harassment comes in many forms; the victim may be
either a woman or a man. Also, the harasser does not have to be the opposite sex for the
abuse to qualify as sexual harassment.
Sexual Harassment Defined
Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexually suggestive behavior from a supervisor,
coworker, or anyone else encountered in the workplace. It may or may not include
inappropriate touching. More than in any other area of employment law, the victim of sexual
harassment must navigate through a myriad of work place rules, human resources policies,
and other administrative requirements in order to preserve his or her claim. For this reason,
Massey & Duffy, PLLC urges employees who believe they are the victims of sexual
harassment to contact a knowledgeable employment lawyer even before complaining to the
employer.
Our Florida lawyers will stand with you throughout the litigation process.
At our Gainesville, Florida law firm, we will stand with you throughout the process and help
you determine the best legal course of action. To learn more about sexual harassment,
please view this information video published by the Florida Commission on Human Relations
(FCHR), which can be found by clicking the EEOC and FCHR selection on the blue menu
titled Employment Law at the top right of this page.
Contact the Florida Lawyers of Massey & Duffy Today
If you may become involved in litigation as a result of unlawful sexual harassment and are
looking for experienced legal counsel, contact Massey & Duffy, PLLC, today for a free
consultation. We would be happy to discuss your legal situation and advise you on the best
legal course of action.
Gainesville Sexual Harassment