Experiencing Harassment in the Workplace?
Employees have the right to work in an environment free from unlawful harassment
based on protected characteristics.
WORKPLACE HARASSMENT
Workplace harassment can interfere with your ability to perform your job and may violate federal or state employment laws when it creates a hostile work environment or results in adverse employment action.
*Every inquiry is handled with utmost discretion and professionalism.
What Is Workplace Harassment?
Workplace harassment may occur when unwelcome conduct is based on protected characteristics such as:
Sex or gender
Pregnancy
Race or ethnicity
National origin
Religion
Disability
Age
Other legally protected characteristics
Harassment may be unlawful when it becomes severe or pervasive enough to create a hostile work environment.
Common Forms of Harassment
You may be experiencing unlawful harassment if you are REPEATEDLY subjected to:
Offensive jokes or comments
Repeated unwanted advances
Sexual remarks or inappropriate messages
Intimidation or humiliation
Derogatory slurs or insults
Display of offensive materials
Threats affecting employment status
Harassment may come from supervisors, coworkers, or even clients or customers.
When Does Harassment Become Illegal?
Isolated incidents may not always rise to the level of unlawful conduct. However, harassment may violate employment laws when behavior becomes frequent, severe, or impacts employment conditions or opportunities.
You may have a claim if:
Complaints to management were ignored
Harassment continued after reporting it
You were reassigned or disciplined after complaining
Offensive conduct became ongoing or escalating
Your work performance suffered due to workplace behavior
Legal Remedies May Include
Employees affected by unlawful harassment may be entitled to:
Emotional distress damages
Out of pocket losses
Back pay and front pay
Reinstatement, amongst others
Acting Promptly Is Important
Harassment claims are subject to administrative filing deadlines. Early legal evaluation may help protect your rights.
Attorney Porcha Davis advocates for employees facing workplace disputes, including workplace harassment, workplace retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage violations. She is committed to helping workers understand their rights and navigate difficult workplace situations.
Attorney Davis is admitted to practice in the State of Alabama
and has a pending application for admission in the State of Georgia. She is an active member of several professional legal organizations, including the Alabama State Bar,
the Birmingham Bar Association,
the Alabama Bar Association, and
the Magic City Bar Association.
Practice Focus:
Employment Discrimination
& Retaliation - Primary Authority Area
I represent employees in matters involving:
- Workplace Retaliation
- Wrongful Termination
- Wage Violations
- Workplace Harassment
- Sexual Harassment
- Race Discrimination
- Gender Discrimination
- Pregnancy Discrimination
- Disability Discrimination
- Age Discrimination
- FMLA Violations
- Failure to Accommodate
Person Injury:
Intentional Expansion
I represent individuals in:
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Premises Liability
- Serious Injury Claims
Porcha Can Evaluate Your Situation
If you believe you are experiencing workplace harassment, speaking with an employment attorney can help you understand available legal options.
*Contacting our office does not notify your employer. All inquiries remain confidential.
Not sure whether you have a claim?
Speak directly with an employment attorney to discuss your situation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Harassment may involve any protected characteristic under employment law.
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Legal options may still exist depending on the circumstances.
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Yes. Employers may be responsible for failing to address harassment by coworkers or third parties.
Is the harassment something sexual?
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