Updated & Expanded!

FACT: Sexual harassment charges accounted for nearly 15% of total discrimination claims filed with the EEOC in FY08 — including an increase in the number of complaints filed by men, as well as individuals filing same-sex complaints.

Satisfy your preventive and remedial responsibilities by establishing, disseminating and enforcing an understandable anti-harassment policy. In plain English, federal employment law expert Samuel Vitaro explains the complex issues surrounding sexual harassment, including hostile environment, quid pro quo, sexual favoritism and off-duty harassment. Plus, Mr. Vitaro provides clear-cut answers to your most challenging questions such as:

• How does an employee file a sexual harassment claim?
• What are the requirements for proving sexual harassment?
• How do you determine if a claim is considered "sexual in nature," "because of sex," or "unwelcome"?
• What actions should be taken against the harasser?

What's more, this just-updated pamphlet includes full text of significant sexual harassment cases, relevant statutes and regulations, plus EEOC policy guidance.

Chapters include:

• The 'He Said, She Said' Aspect of Sexual Harassment Cases
• The Employer's Affirmative Defense to Hostile Environment Sexual Harassment
• Remedies for Sexual Harassment
• Other Options and Avenues for a Complainant or Employee
• Taking Discipline or Adverse Action Against the Alleged Harasser
• Plus 10 more noteworthy chapters!