Not so long ago, workers in the United States were subjected to long hours with very little pay, and they didn't have much choice in the matter if they wanted to feed their families. These days, the rules are different. In the state of California, employers must pay their employees at least a minimum wage, and they must also pay overtime if the employee works over a certain number of hours in one day, or over a certain number of hours in one week.
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Sexual harassment at work is seldom a single event. If it becomes necessary to take the issue to court, you'll be asked to describe events in detail.
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Good business relies on our best efforts as workers, but there is more to life than work. Managers and employees alike value their personal lives and personal time, and it should never be necessary to sacrifice a career to be the best spouse, parent or family member possible.
Should I confront my workplace harasser?
When you believe that you have been sexually harassed at work, it can be a frightening and traumatic experience. It is likely that you will confused about what to do, and you might also be worried about the security of your job if you decide to make a complaint.
