Fort Lauderdale Workplace Harassment Legal Advocates
Defending Your Rights Against Sexual Harassment in South Florida
Sexual harassment is a type of workplace discrimination or harassment that can include both overt sexual behavior as well as more subtle forms that may have nothing to do with sex. It can occur in many ways and results in interference with job performance. It constitutes a form of sex discrimination that is illegal under both Florida law and the federal law called Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Under both of these laws, employers must abide by requirements designed to process, investigate, and ultimately handle this matter in the workplace.
Sexually harassed at work? Reach out to The Amlong Firm at (954) 953-5490 or through our online request form for well-respected and proven legal representation.
What is Workplace Sexual Harassment?
Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, sexual harassment is broken down into two categories:
- Quid pro quo, where a supervisor, manager, or boss requests certain sexual favors or sexual conduct from or with you that will lead to a tangible job benefit for you, such as a promotion, pay raise, more favorable assignment, better hours, or for merely hanging on to your job. Examples could include requesting that you go out on a date or have some type of sex with him or her in exchange for one of the above benefits.
- Hostile work environment, in which some type of unwelcome and inappropriate sexually-related conduct becomes so pervasive or severe that it makes the workplace intimidating, offensive, or hostile. It can include constant sexual references, jokes, slurs, comments about your body or degrading or patronizing behavior from co-workers or supervisors that leads to hindering your ability to work.
Identifying Inappropriate Conduct at Work
Improper or inappropriate sexually-related conduct at work can include various types of behavior including:
- Unwanted kissing, hugs, touching of body parts, back rubs, massages, slapping you on the butt
- Sexual assault and rape
- Sexually explicit material circulated verbally, electronically, or by text such as degrading jokes, cartoons, memes, pictures, and more
- Constant remarks or compliments made to you or others about your body or dress
- Sexual gestures
- Being asked about or having comments made about your sex life whether alone or in front of other employees
- Having a co-worker or supervisor discuss his or her sex life to you whether alone or in front of others
Hear From Our Happy Clients
At The Amlong Firm, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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“Ms. Amlong represented me as a 16b officer in a public company in a labor and harassment suit against my former employer. We were up against a giant with a powerful New York law firm. I was extremely pleased with Karen's strategy and results.”Vickie A. (Age And Gender Discrimination)
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“She fights for her clients and tries her best to ensure your rights are being protected. The decision to obtain Mrs. Amlong was the best choice I could have made dealing with my case.”Curtis (Race Discrimination)
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“Her strategy and control of the process resulted in a fair settlement without having to go through a trial by jury.”Jane (Age Discrimination)
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“I endorse this lawyer. I would certainly call him for my own family's issues should they ever arise.”Attorney David H. (Endorsing Bill Amlong)
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“Ms. Amlong took the time to fully understand all the complexities involved and provide an analysis, from a legal perspective, as to what was happening, provide realistic expectations as to what could be done and an estimate timeline to resolution.”Former Client (Gender and National Origin Discrimination)
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“I endorse this lawyer. He is also noted for winning one of the major cases before the U. S. Supreme Court.”Attorney Walter A. (Endorsing Bill Amlong)
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Ms. Amlong represented me as a 16b officer in a public company in a labor and harassment suit against my former employer. We were up against a giant with a powerful NY law firm across the table. Her experience and expertise allowed her overlook their intimidation and shame tactics and as a result, she was able to keep me calm and focussed on what was important versus reacting emotionally to their nonsense. While the matter was resolved under confidential terms, I was extremely pleased with Karen's strategy and results from same. I would highly recommend her.Vickie A.
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“During one of the hardest times in my life, she was a beacon of trust and strength. I recommend her in the strongest terms.”Tannen C. (Gender Discrimination)
Choose The Amlong Firm for Your Harassment Claim
At our firm, we understand exactly how difficult it can be to go to work every day when facing sexual harassment or a hostile work environment. Attorney Karen Coolman Amlong first went into feminist politics, the Florida Legislature, and subsequently law school after her boss at a department store chain told her she could not get a better-paying job because the competing male candidate "has a family" and "needs" the promotion.
Simply put, our attorneys are aggressive advocates who are here to help people in sexual harassment, hostile work environment, unequal pay, and gender discrimination cases. Above all, we are trial attorneys. Our opponents know we are willing to go to court which often makes them more willing to offer our clients better settlements.
Need legal advice? Contact a Fort Lauderdale sexual harassment lawyer at (954) 953-5490 for a confidential consultation today.
