Baltimore Sexual Harassment Lawyers

Aggressive Attorneys Protecting Victims of Workplace Sexual Harassment in Baltimore, Maryland

There is no excuse or justification for sexual harassment in the workplace. If you have been subject to unwanted advances, inappropriate comments, or other unwelcome behavior at your job, you may have legal recourse. A Baltimore, MD employment law attorney can stand up for your rights and seek an appropriate remedy on your behalf.

At Freedman Law, LLC, we have many years of experience representing residents of Maryland in employment law cases and discrimination claims. When you work with our firm, you can rest assured that your case will be handled by a seasoned professional. Attorney Lindsay A. Freedman has been recognized by Expertise.com as among the best employment lawyers in Annapolis, and he is a respected member of multiple bar associations.

Have You Experienced Workplace Sexual Harassment?

You should know that sexual harassment can take many forms, and not all of them are immediately obvious or apparent. Examples of workplace sexual harassment may include:

• Inappropriate jokes or lewd comments
• Derogatory remarks
• Unwelcome physical contact

These acts can create a hostile work environment that can interfere with your ability to do your job. Worse, your coworkers or supervisors may insist that it is just part of the office culture in an attempt to downplay your concerns.

In other cases, an authority figure at your workplace—such as your boss or supervisor—may attempt to leverage their position of power over you, offering promotions in exchange for sexual favors or even threatening your employment if you do not comply. This is known as "quid pro quo" sexual harassment, and it often places significant pressure on employees to comply.

What Can I Do About Workplace Sexual Harassment?

If you have been subject to harassment in the workplace, you should document each incident in writing so that you can show a pattern of inappropriate conduct. Be sure to note where and when the incident took place, as well as details about the incident itself. Keeping a record of these events can help strengthen your case if you decide to take legal action.

Before turning to outside legal action, you should report the harassment to your employer's HR department (or equivalent) to see if the issue can be addressed internally. You should also save a copy of any correspondence with your HR department, whether or not they decide to take action.

If you are not comfortable going to HR, or attempts at resolving the issue internally have failed, an employment law attorney can help you take legal action. Our firm can help you file a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or file a lawsuit.

Will I Be Fired for Speaking Out Against Sexual Harassment?

If your employer has fired you for filing a sexual harassment complaint internally or externally, our firm can help you pursue a retaliation claim. "Retaliation" refers to any adverse action by an employer against an employee for engaging in legally protected activities, such as wrongful termination, demotion, or creating a hostile work environment.