Employment Law

Sexual Harassment Attorneys in Alabama and Georgia

Sexual Harassment

Work should feel safe—not intimidating, hostile, or demeaning. If you've experienced unwanted sexual comments, advances, or behavior at work, you're not alone and you're protected under the law. Whether the harassment came from a manager or a coworker, you may have grounds to file a claim for workplace sexual harassment.

What Is Sexual Harassment?

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Sexual harassment is any unwanted sexual conduct that interferes with your ability to do your job. This includes inappropriate jokes, sexual comments, gestures, touching, or pressure for sexual favors. It doesn’t have to be physical, it could be verbal or digital and it doesn’t have to be directed at women. Anyone, regardless of gender or role, can be a victim.

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Common examples of sexual harassment at work include:

  • Lewd jokes or sexual comments
  • Unwanted touching or physical contact
  • Repeated requests for dates or sexual favors
  • Sharing inappropriate images or content
  • Sexual advances made by supervisors or in exchange for promotions (“quid pro quo”)
  • Harassing texts, DMs, or emails
  • Offensive comments about gender, pregnancy, or sexual orientation

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Do you have a case?

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Not every awkward or uncomfortable moment qualifies as a legal claim—but when the behavior is severe or happens frequently enough to create a hostile work environment, it crosses the line.

To pursue a legal case, the behavior must be:

  • Severe or pervasive, meaning it happens often or is serious enough to impact your work

Some actions, like sexual assault or stalking, only need to happen once to qualify as illegal harassment.

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Your Employer’s Responsibility

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Federal law requires employers to maintain a workplace free of harassment. They’re immediately liable if a manager or supervisor is the one harassing you. If it’s a coworker or peer, they’re still responsible—once they’ve been made aware and fail to act.

That means if you reported harassment and your employer ignored or dismissed it, they could be legally accountable.

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What To Expect in a Sexual Harassment Case

  1. File a Charge with the EEOC

    You’ll need to file an administrative charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) before filing a lawsuit. We’ll help you write and submit this charge properly.

  2. Participate in an EEOC Investigatio

    The EEOC may investigate, mediate, or request more information. You may be invited to resolve the issue with your employer, or wait for a decision.

  3. Get a Right-to-Sue Letter

    If the EEOC closes your case or finds cause, you’ll receive a Right to Sue letter, which gives you 90 days to file a lawsuit in court.

  4. Government Investigation Begins

    Your case will remain under seal during investigation. You may be asked to stay in your role at work to help build the case. If the government decides to pursue the claim, you may be asked to testify. If they decline, you may have the option to continue privately (in some cases).

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Deadlines Matter

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Sexual harassment cases are time-sensitive. In most cases, you must:

  • File with the EEOC within 180 days of the harassment
  • File a lawsuit within 90 days of receiving your Right-to-Sue letter

Missing these deadlines can prevent you from pursuing your case.

You Don’t Have to

Face This Alone

If you’ve experienced sexual harassment at work, you have legal options and we’re here to help you understand them with empathy and confidentiality. Schedule a consultation today to discuss the options available to you.

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