When sexual harassment disrupts your career and wellbeing, understanding your potential financial recovery becomes a pressing concern. Settlement amounts in workplace sexual harassment cases vary dramatically based on the severity of the conduct, the strength of evidence, and critically, whether you pursue your claim under federal law or New Jersey state law. New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination provides substantially better […]

When a coworker’s comments make you dread coming to work, or a supervisor’s behavior crosses professional boundaries, you may be unsure how to respond. Sexual harassment at work creates confusion, fear, and isolation—and many employees don’t know where to turn or what steps to take. This guide walks you through the practical and legal actions available to you as a […]

When a co-worker’s comments make you dread going to work, or a supervisor’s behavior leaves you feeling unsafe, you may wonder whether what you’re experiencing crosses a legal line. Sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal under both federal and New Jersey law, but many employees are unsure what conduct qualifies or what they can do about it. This guide […]

Sexual harassment at work takes many forms, and recognizing illegal conduct is the first step toward protecting yourself. You might wonder whether the comments your supervisor makes cross a line, whether that unwanted touch was serious enough to matter, or whether the images a coworker keeps showing you constitute harassment. These questions are common, and the answers depend on understanding […]

When a supervisor tells you that your promotion depends on going out with them, or when you’re fired after refusing sexual advances, you may have experienced quid pro quo harassment. This Latin term—meaning “this for that”—describes one of the most serious forms of workplace sexual harassment under both federal and New Jersey law. Unlike other harassment claims that require proving […]

When a manager engages in sexual harassment, the experience carries a weight that differs fundamentally from misconduct by a peer. The person who controls your schedule, evaluates your performance, and influences your career trajectory is also the person making you uncomfortable, scared, or unsafe. Sexual harassment by a manager exploits a power imbalance that the law recognizes and addresses with […]

When your workplace becomes a source of dread rather than productivity, every day feels like a test of endurance. A hostile work environment doesn’t just affect your job performance—it affects your health, your relationships, and your sense of self-worth. If you’re dealing with ongoing harassment, inappropriate comments, or conduct that makes it impossible to do your job, you need practical […]