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Harassment
Skilled Employment Attorneys for Employees in Los Angeles Area and Throughout California
Harassment is strictly prohibited in California workplaces. The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) allows employees who experience harassment to seek damages from their employers. However, not all unwelcome behavior qualifies as harassment under the law. FEHA protects individuals based on specific characteristics. If you believe you have been harassed due to belonging to a protected class, it's crucial to reach out to the Los Angeles harassment lawyers at SAW LAW GROUP.
![]() Workplace Harassment FEHA mandates that employers with at least five employees refrain from discriminating or harassing applicants or employees based on their association with a protected class. Even employers with just one employee are subject to FEHA's prohibition against sexual harassment. FEHA safeguards not only employees but also job seekers, volunteers, unpaid interns, and other service providers such as independent contractors. Types of Sexual Harassment Perpetrators of Harassment Responding to Harassment If you provide notice and the harassment persists without resolution, your next step is to file a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). This step is mandatory before initiating a lawsuit seeking damages for harassment. Generally, a complaint with DFEH must be filed within three years of the harassment occurring. DFEH will investigate or issue a right-to-sue notice, enabling you to pursue a civil lawsuit against both the harasser and the employer for monetary damages. The civil lawsuit must be filed within one year of receiving the right-to-sue notice from DFEH. Consult with a Dedicated Employment Attorney |
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