WWW.LAWYER-MONTHLY.COM 9 Brittany Stevens Understanding Sexual Harassment in Today’s Workplace: Legal, Psychological, and Corporate Dynamics With a deep passion for justice and an unwavering commitment to her clients, Brittany works tirelessly to hold employers accountable and secure the compensation and protection that employees deserve. Sexual harassment complaints have taken the news by storm ever since the #MeToo movement spread on social media. This widespread call to action gained momentum when survivors courageously shared their personal experiences of sexual assault and harassment. This movement paved the way for countless people to come forward and share their own story. Their bravery sparked a powerful question: Why complain now? Or more pointedly, why did they not lodge a report at the time it occurred? As a plaintiffside employment attorney, I am asked this question frequently by defense lawyers. However, there are countless reasons why an employee may choose not to report sexual harassment in real time. This article explores the barriers that prevent employees from reporting such incidents to their employers, particularly within large technological companies, law firms, and C-suite executive environments. It will also examine why harassers often escape accountability and the role of mediation in resolving sexual harassment claims. Understanding these concerns and supporting employees who report sexual harassment can help encourage more individuals to come forward.
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