Sexual harassment in the workplace must be taken seriously. Whether you are a victim or have witnessed someone else committing these acts, you must take action immediately. Such victims and bystanders in Honolulu, HI, turn to the attorneys at Charles H. Brower and Associates, A Law Corporation, to seek justice.

5 Steps to Take If You Witness or Experience Sexual Harassment

1. Report It to Human Resources

Whether you witness sexual harassment or are the victim, report an incident immediately to your human resources department. They may have you fill out a form to formalize your complaint for their records. If your company does not have a designated HR department, go to your boss or another authority figure.

2. Keep Record of All Instances of Harassment

As difficult as it may be, you need to document every instance of sexual harassment you witness or experience, even after you report it to HR. This documentation may be relied upon should you file a lawsuit.

3. Report It to Your Union Representative

If you are a member of a union, report any sexual harassment to your union representative in addition to HR. Since unions are separate from your employer, they may be able to take action faster, especially if the harasser is also a union member.

4. Request a Transfer

Sometimes, removing yourself from the situation is the best course of action, especially when employers are slow to address the problem. Talk with your supervisor or HR about transferring to a position in a different department that will limit or eliminate your interaction with the harasser.

5. Speak With an Attorney

If you are a victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, contact an attorney with extensive experience in employment law. The attorneys at Charles H. Brower and Associates, A Law Corporation, can help you if the steps mentioned above fail to end the harassment.

If your complaints to HR result in wrongful termination, Charles H. Brower and Associates, A Law Corporation, can provide the legal counsel you need to hold your former employer accountable. Visit them online to learn more about the firm’s 40 years of experience, or give them a call at (808) 526-2688 to schedule a consultation.