It seems as though every day, we hear about another high profile sexual harassment claim in the news. Although the claims are both sad and shocking, victims feel more empowered than ever to speak out against the behavior they have experienced. This applies to sexual...
Month: November 2017
Another television star accused of harassment: Charlie Rose
The television journalist Charlie Rose has been accused by eight women of sexual harassment. All of the women worked with Rose at PBS during his career at as a renowned interviewer there. According to the women, Rose groped them, disrobed in front of them and made...
3 misconceptions about sexual harassment
Sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal, wrong, and widespread. Although it is very common, many people don't know much about workplace sexual harassment. Let's take a look at three common myths people have about sexual harassment: Sexual harassment only happens...
Understand your leave request rights as an employee
If your employer is obligated to obey the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), you need to be aware of your rights when it comes to requesting leave -- because you certainly can't expect your employer to explain them to you or look out for your welfare. 1. You do not...
Can you identify the two types of sexual harassment at work?
Numerous high-profile sexual harassment cases in the news are shining light on an important and widespread issue.When it comes to sexual harassment both in and out of the workplace, it can be difficult for victims to speak out. Many never do.Additionally, employees...
Oprah and other stars want to clean up toxic Hollywood
Some of the biggest Hollywood names in the business have joined forces to stop sexual harassment. Among them are powerful Hollywood women like Reese Witherspoon, Natalie Portman and Oprah Winfrey. These well-regarded television and movie personalities have been...
Can workplace sexual harassment affect your health?
Sexual harassment is a traumatic thing that no employee should ever have to go through. Unfortunately, it happens in workplaces of all sizes, in all industries, all across the United States.Some examples of workplace sexual harassment include: Making inappropriate...
Lawmaker gets disciplined after sexual harassment allegations
An assemblyman from the Los Angeles-area has been accused of sexual harassment related to an incident that happened in 2009. Allegedly, the man put his hands down the blouse of a fellow legislative staffer. However, the incident did not become public until last...
Why Hire Bononi Law Group?
You can choose among many California law firms when seeking an attorney for your employment law matter. Here are four reasons you should consider Bononi Law Group.