Many men feel pressure to simply endure unwanted sexual attention at work. This is a dangerous misconception. Both federal law and North Carolina public policy protect men from sexual harassment. If you are experiencing a hostile work environment, you have the right...
You may not always notice the exact moment a casual office joke starts to feel uncomfortable. What begins as playful conversation can gradually shift into behavior that affects your sense of safety or professional respect. Recognizing the line between harmless talk...
Sexual harassment can make even a job you once enjoyed feel unsafe and unbearable. When inappropriate behavior interferes with your ability to work, it is important to understand your rights and options. Many employees feel confused about what qualifies as sexual...
Many times, allegations of impropriety in the workplace involve people of the opposite sex than the victim. Employees may face allegations of sexual harassment for touching others without permission or routinely making unwanted advances that leave other employees...
Remote work has changed how people communicate at their jobs. Messages now travel through email, chat platforms, and video calls instead of office hallways. These tools help teams work together, but they can also create space for cyberbullying. How cyberbullying...
Sexual harassment is never permitted in the workplace. However, many people who experience it worry that no one will believe them or take their story seriously. They want to have more than just their own account of the harassment they faced. They are looking for...
Employees are protected from wrongful termination if they have reported sexual harassment, discrimination or unethical or unsafe workplace activities. However, it is not unheard of for an employer to attempt to protect the reputation of their business by “quiet...
When sexual harassment starts at work, many people, especially women, are initially overcome by shock so they do not do anything about it. The combined fear and confusion is hard to process particularly when the behavior comes from a supervisor or valued coworker....
Workers who lose their jobs often struggle to make ends meet until they find new work. Even if they qualify for unemployment benefits, what they receive may not cover their recurring expenses. Severance packages from employers can help reduce pressure on workers who...
Imagine finally getting the courage to report the harassment you experience at work. You followed the proper protocol. You told HR everything. Then suddenly, things started to change. But not in the way you expected. At first it started small. Perhaps your time-off...
