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Back Sexual Harassment in New JerseyWhat can you do if you are being sexually harassed at work? The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, N.J.S.A. ยง 10:5-1 et seq., protects employees against sexual harassment and provides a powerful remedy for those who are made to endure harassment. It is important to remember that sexual harassment is not limited to people of a single gender or sexual orientation. What is sexual harassment? There are two distinct, but equally damaging, forms of sexual harassment: Quid Pro Quo Harassment. This type of harassment occurs when a superior suggests or demands sexual favors in exchange for a favorable employment action (such as a raise or a promotion) or to prevent an adverse action (such as being fired or demoted). Hostile Working Environment. An employee is subjected to a hostile working environment when she is forced to suffer sexually explicit language, visible pornography, offensive touching or other unacceptable practices in the workplace. About the Author
Sarah Fern Meil, Attorney at Law
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