Claiming Sexual Harassment

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Aside from lawsuits files under Title IX and Title VII we have given you as options for launching formal complaints against your harasser, you could also file a civil lawsuit under state law. One ofrepparttar areas that can be covered for your case is “intentional infliction of harm”.

In many states, sexual assault or abuse may be characterized by unwanted touching one’s private parts like your breasts or genitals. Every state imposedrepparttar 119160 illegalities of sexual assault and attempted sexual assault. If you believe that your harasser has sexually assaulted you or at least attempted to, report your allegations torepparttar 119161 police. Bring a friend who will support you in reporting these allegations.

As in every case, one has to take action as soon asrepparttar 119162 assaults or harassments took place.

In decidedly pursuing your sexual harassment/sexual assault claims, prepare yourself too inrepparttar 119163 psychological and emotional strain you might encounter alongrepparttar 119164 way. Nevertheless, be brave! -30-

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Reporting Sexual Harassment

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Another way of confronting sexual harassment head-on is by having mediation proceedings. Traditional mediation, however, should be used with great care as this form is not always appropriate. First of all, ensure thatrepparttar mediator is has ample training and experience, you must have an objective forrepparttar 119159 mediation and let the, describe in detailrepparttar 119160 process to unfold. If you really do not want to see your harasser personally, thenrepparttar 119161 mediator may talk to you and your harasser separately, going back and forth.

Filing a formal complaint with your employer may also be another option if you feel that your problem was not taken seriously. But you must first knowrepparttar 119162 policies involved and how it operates. You might do this by asking someone who have also undergone such procedures. Inquire in advance in order that you andrepparttar 119163 accused haverepparttar 119164 same rights and access to information, time frames andrepparttar 119165 length of time necessary to resolverepparttar 119166 problem. Confirm also some oral communications by writing by givingrepparttar 119167 person who informed you with a written communication.

If these informal methods come to no avail, it may be time to want your harasser be punished by filing a lawsuit. Consult with an attorney that has experience in handling sexual harassment cases orrepparttar 119168 Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Your state’s anti-discrimination agency might also be able to help you. -30-

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