Sexual harassment is not a problem of the past. In fact, as remote work has ramped up over the last few years, some employers might mistakenly believe that sexual harassment in the workplace has become less of a risk.
Unfortunately, however, data shows that's not really the case. One in four respondents in a study from Talent LMS and The Purple Campaign say they experienced unwelcome sexual behavior online following the COVID-19 pandemic's start.
But while most employers are well aware that sexual harassment is unlawful under both California and federal law, that doesn't seem to stop the problem from occurring.
A work culture that tolerates harassment not only incurs legal risks (not to mention the high legal fees and costs) but also creates other problems, including:
CalChamber's free "Set the Tone: Sexual Harassment Prevention" white paper explains what California law requires of employers and provides best practices.
Updated August 1, 2022
