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Can you be fired for reporting sexual harassment?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Jul 24, 2026 | Sexual Harassment

Reporting sexual harassment at work takes courage. Many employees worry that speaking up could cost them their jobs or damage their careers. If you work in the Kansas City area and have experienced workplace harassment, you should understand your rights and the legal...

Navigating unwanted advances from a superior

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Sep 27, 2023 | Sexual Harassment

Considering that people spend about 35% of their lives at work, forming bonds with coworkers is expected. Spending so much time together can also cause attraction and feelings to develop. However, it’s not always mutual. When there is a power imbalance, such as in a...

Do you know what actions are sexual harassment?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Jun 15, 2020 | Sexual Harassment

Perhaps one person at your workplace seems to find it amusing to prey on female co-workers. You have long observed his inappropriate comments and gestures, and you may feel that his behaviors cross a line. But do they meet the definition of sexual harassment? What...

Does your employee handbook address sexual harassment?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Apr 17, 2020 | Sexual Harassment

If you are experiencing sexual harassment in your place of employment, check your employee handbook to find out how the company addresses this subject. Sexual harassment creates a hostile work environment. Your employer must take steps to stop this from happening as...

What constitutes as a hostile work environment?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Jul 15, 2019 | Sexual Harassment

Workplace harassment still runs rampant throughout the state of Missouri. Individuals employed by the Missouri Department of Corrections recently received awards of $4 million for suffering from harassment or fear or retaliation while working for the organization. The...

How to respond to sexual harassment

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | May 16, 2019 | Sexual Harassment

Your workplace should be a safe environment in all respects. This includes your right to be free of any type of sexual harassment, including requests for sexual favors, unwelcome sexual advances, sexual comments and physical touching. Sadly, harassers are present in...

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