In a previous blog post, you learned about revenge porn and how Texas has recently passed a bill to prevent this tactic from being used to sexually harass you in the workplace or as a citizen outside work. Knowing the laws in Texas is important, but what if you work...
Sexual Harassment
Revenge porn now illegal in Texas
In Texas, you have rights as a worker. You can't be harassed at work, and sexual harassment is an offense that you can make a claim over. One thing that you could come across in the workplace is sexual harassment through revenge porn. Revenge porn, which is...
The difference between sex discrimination and sexual harassment
Although Texas has laws protecting males and females from both sex discrimination and sexual harassment, these two things are not the same. In the workplace, knowing the difference can help you see when you're being treated unfairly due to your gender or when you're...
Sexual harassment: Hard to define?
The reason sexual harassment is so hard to identify in some situations is that is has a varied definition. In some ways, the variety of definitions can be beneficial to you when you want to seek help for this kind of crime. According to the Texas Workforce Commission,...
What’s sexual discrimination in Texas?
In Texas, the law defines sexual discrimination as being treated differently than other employees you work with due to being female or male. This also includes being pregnant, facing stereotypes due to your gender or sex, and facing assumptions due to your sex. There...
Detective claims sexual harassment, retaliation in Texas
Working in an environment where you feel threatened or like an object isn't acceptable. Under the laws in Texas, your employer is required to make sure your work environment is without discrimination or harassment, so you can do your job in peace without worrying...
What sexual harassment is defined as in Texas
What is sexual harassment? Is simply calling someone attractive or flirting enough to get you in trouble? The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has defined sexual harassment as unwelcome sexual advances. Sexual harassment also includes sexual favors, verbal or...
Zillow accused of having rampant sexual harassment at work
If you're a fan of searching for rental properties or new homes on Zillow in Texas, this news might interest you. According to a Dec. 3 report, several employees at Zillow have reported sexual harassment. One woman has sued Zillow claiming that she was a victim of...
Sexual harassment turns violent in Texas case
This news out of Texas may be frightening for those who worry about sexual harassment in the workplace. A Nov. 7 story reported that a man faced months of sexual harassment at work at a local Kroger, and when he reported it, he received a death threat from the person...
Retaliation: No place for a hostile work environment in Texas
Retaliation is illegal in the workplace. Retaliation could happen when you report a crime or misbehavior, but instead of being rewarded for your honesty, you're punished. If you have to alert the workplace to sexual harassment, discrimination or other incidents, you...