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- Sex or gender identity
- Race or color
- Religion
- Sexual orientation
- Age
- Disability
- National origin
- Having a clear anti-harassment policy
- Providing training to managers and employees
- Investigating complaints thoroughly and impartially
- Taking corrective action when necessary
- Document the behavior – Keep detailed records of incidents, including dates, times, locations, and witnesses.
- Report the harassment – Notify your supervisor or HR department as soon as possible, following company procedures.
- Consult a lawyer – If the harassment continues or your employer does not respond appropriately, it’s time to speak with an employment attorney.
Standing Up Against Harassment in the Workplace: Your Rights Under New Jersey Law
Every worker deserves a safe and respectful work environment. Unfortunately, harassment remains a serious issue in many workplaces across New Jersey. Whether it takes the form of sexual advances, racist remarks, or bullying behavior, workplace harassment not only violates basic human decency—it can also violate the law.
At NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC, we are proud to represent employees who’ve been subjected to illegal harassment. Our mission is to hold employers accountable and to ensure that every worker knows their rights and how to enforce them.
What Constitutes Workplace Harassment?
Harassment in the workplace is more than just unpleasant interactions—it involves unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic such as:
Harassment becomes unlawful when it is so frequent or severe that it creates a hostile or offensive work environment, or when enduring such behavior becomes a condition of continued employment. This includes both physical actions and verbal abuse, and it can be perpetrated by supervisors, co-workers, or even clients and customers.
Sexual Harassment: A Persistent Problem
One of the most common—and harmful—forms of harassment is sexual harassment. It includes unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature. It can also include offensive remarks about a person’s sex or gender identity.
In New Jersey, both the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) and federal laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protect workers from sexual harassment. Importantly, these laws protect all employees, regardless of gender, and apply to all types of employment relationships.
Your Employer’s Responsibility
Employers have a legal duty to prevent and promptly correct harassing behavior in the workplace. This includes:
If your employer fails in these responsibilities and allows harassment to continue, they may be held legally liable.
How to Respond to Harassment
If you believe you are being harassed at work, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself:
Remember, you are protected from retaliation for reporting harassment. If your employer tries to punish you for speaking out—whether through demotion, termination, or mistreatment—that’s illegal too.
How NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC Can Help
At NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC, we provide aggressive, experienced legal representation for victims of workplace harassment. We understand the courage it takes to come forward, and we are committed to standing beside you every step of the way.
Our attorneys will evaluate your claim, collect evidence, and fight to hold your employer accountable in court if needed. We’ve helped clients recover compensation for emotional distress, lost wages, and punitive damages, and we can help you too.
Our approach is client-centered, discreet, and effective. You do not have to face this challenge alone.
You Deserve a Safe Workplace
Harassment should never be part of the job. If you’re being subjected to inappropriate comments, unwanted advances, or any other form of harassment at work, it’s time to take action. Your rights matter—and we’re here to protect them.
If you’re facing Overt or Suggestive Sexual Comments in the workplace, contact NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC to learn how we can help you pursue justice and restore your peace of mind.
Contact NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC
Address:
101 Eisenhower Pkwy #300
Roseland, NJ 07068
Phone: (973) 358-7027
About Us:
NJ Employment Lawyers, LLC represents employees across New Jersey in cases involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and other employment law matters. We are here to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are respected.
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