Protecting Your Rights in the Workplace

Imagine starting a new job in New York City, excited about the future. Everything seems fine until your supervisor begins making inappropriate comments. You try to ignore it, but the behavior escalates—unwelcome touching, suggestive remarks, and threats about your position if you speak up. Or picture this: you’re at a work event, and a colleague makes you feel unsafe with lewd comments or physical advances. These are not isolated scenarios; they’re common experiences that thousands of employees face every year.

Sexual harassment at work is a violation of your rights, and it should never be tolerated. If you’ve been subjected to unwelcome advances, explicit remarks, or retaliatory actions for reporting harassment, you don’t have to face it alone. At Mizrahi Kroub, our New York sexual harassment lawyers are here to fight for your dignity, safety, and future. With over 50 years of combined experience, we’ve helped countless victims take action against harassment and recover the justice they deserve.

What is Sexual Harassment?

Sexual harassment includes any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that creates a hostile or intimidating work environment. This can happen anywhere—an office, a restaurant, or even in virtual settings like Zoom meetings or work emails. Some common examples include:

• Verbal harassment: Inappropriate jokes, suggestive comments, or persistent advances despite objections.
• Physical harassment: Unwanted touching, groping, or other inappropriate physical acts.
• Visual harassment: Displaying or sharing explicit images or videos in the workplace.
• Retaliation: Facing punishment or negative consequences for rejecting advances or reporting harassment.
• Sexual harassment can happen to anyone, regardless of gender or industry. Whether the perpetrator is a supervisor, coworker, or even a client, it’s unacceptable and illegal under New York law.

Your Employee Rights Under New York and Federal Law

New York has some of the strongest protections against sexual harassment in the country. In addition to federal laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, New York’s Human Rights Law ensures that employees are protected from harassment and retaliation in all workplaces, regardless of size.

Under these laws:

• Employers are required to provide harassment-free workplaces and take complaints seriously.
• Employees are protected from retaliation when reporting harassment.
• Victims of harassment have the right to pursue compensation for damages, including lost wages and emotional distress.

At Mizrahi Kroub, our experienced New York sexual harassment lawyers can help you navigate these laws, understand your rights, and take action to hold your employer accountable.

The Cost of Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment isn’t just about uncomfortable encounters—it can have lasting emotional, financial, and professional consequences. Many victims fear reporting the behavior, worried about being fired, demoted, or blacklisted. Some leave their jobs entirely, sacrificing their income and career growth to escape a hostile environment.

At Mizrahi Kroub, we’ve seen how harassment can devastate lives, but we’ve also witnessed the strength of those who choose to fight back. With over $1 billion recovered for our clients, we’re here to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are protected.

How the Sexual Harassment Lawyers at Mizrahi Kroub Can Help You

When you work with our team of New York sexual harassment attorneys, you gain more than legal representation—you gain allies who are committed to your success. Here’s what we do:

• Listen to Your Story: We start by understanding your experience and answering your questions.
• Build Your Case: From gathering emails and texts to obtaining witness statements, we’ll help you collect the evidence needed to strengthen your claim.
• File Your Complaint: Whether through an internal HR report, an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint, or a lawsuit, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
• Fight for Justice: Whether in settlement negotiations or in court, we’ll work tirelessly to recover compensation for your losses, including emotional distress and lost wages.

We’ve taken on some of the largest corporations in the country, and we’re ready to take on your case with the same level of dedication and expertise.

Take the First Step Toward Justice Today

Your rights deserve protection, and your voice deserves to be heard. Sexual harassment in the workplace is unacceptable, and no one should have to endure it alone. At Mizrahi Kroub, our experienced team of New York sexual harassment attorneys is here to guide you through the process and help you reclaim your dignity and peace of mind. Contact us today. Together, we’ll hold those responsible accountable and work toward a safer, more respectful workplace for all.