Employment Law

Sexual Harassment

No one should have to endure harassment to keep a job. California law protects you, and we help you assert that protection with discretion.

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How Krankemann Law helps

We listen, document the conduct and its impact, and identify the protections that apply under California law. We handle communications with the employer so you are not facing them alone, and we pursue accountability through the appropriate channels. Throughout, we treat your situation with the confidentiality it deserves.

What the law covers

Under California's Fair Employment and Housing Act, sexual harassment includes unwanted advances and a hostile work environment created by severe or pervasive conduct. Harassment provisions can apply even to small employers, and the law protects against retaliation for reporting. Both quid pro quo and hostile-environment harassment are unlawful.

What we handle

  • Unwanted advances or propositions
  • Hostile work environment harassment
  • Quid pro quo demands tied to job benefits
  • Inappropriate comments, messages, or touching
  • Retaliation for reporting harassment
  • Employer failure to address complaints

FAQ

Sexual Harassment — Common Questions

What qualifies as sexual harassment under California law?
California's FEHA covers quid pro quo harassment, where job benefits are tied to sexual conduct, and hostile work environment harassment created by severe or pervasive unwanted conduct. It includes comments, messages, and physical conduct. The behavior does not have to be constant to be unlawful.
I am afraid of retaliation if I report. What protections exist?
California law prohibits retaliation against employees who report harassment or participate in an investigation. If retaliation occurs, it can support a separate claim. That protection is part of why coming forward is legally backed, and our consultation is confidential.
Do I have to report to HR before getting a lawyer?
It can help to follow your employer's reporting process, but you can speak with an attorney at any point to understand your options first. Many harassment claims also require filing with a state agency before a lawsuit. We can guide the sequence so you do not jeopardize your claim.
What if I work for a small company?
California's harassment protections under FEHA can reach smaller employers, unlike some other parts of the law that require a minimum number of employees. So a small workplace does not necessarily leave you unprotected. We can confirm how the law applies to your employer.

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