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Sexually harassed at work in New Jersey? You have rights.
Call or send us a message to learn your rights, your options, and what you can do to hold those responsible accountable.
You may have a case if someone at work:
Made unwelcome sexual comments, jokes or propositions
Sent explicit images, texts, emails or DMs
Treated you worse because of your sex or gender
Touched you, groped you or blocked your way
Tied your job, pay or schedule to sexual favors
Punished you after you said no or complained
You don't have to quit
You can bring a claim while you're still employed.
Deadlines apply
Some claims must be filed within 180 days.
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1. Tell us what happened
Call or send a message. Share as much or as little as you're comfortable with. We respond within 24 hours.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU REACH OUT
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2. An attorney reviews it
We explain your rights and options in plain language, including whether your matter could be resolved privately, without a public lawsuit.
3. You decide what's next
The consultation is free. If you choose to move forward, you pay no fee unless compensation is recovered.
Worried about privacy? Nearly half of our sexual harassment matters are resolved confidentially, before anything is filed in court.
YOUR QUESTIONS
What people ask us most
Every situation is different. If yours isn't here, ask us directly. It's free and confidential.
Do I have to quit my job to file a sexual harassment claim?
No. You can bring a claim while you’re still employed, and it is illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for doing so.
Can I sue if the harassment happened only once?
Possibly, but in New Jersey it depends on how serious the incident was. Harassment usually has to be “severe or pervasive,” and a single incident can meet that standard only when it is especially serious. Examples include a sexual assault or unwanted touching, a direct threat to your job or pay unless you go along with sexual demands, or an extremely offensive remark from a supervisor. An attorney can tell you whether what happened to you may qualify.
What if the harassment happened years ago? Can I still file?
It depends on when it happened and where you file. Under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), you generally have two years to file a lawsuit in court. Complaints with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights must usually be filed within 180 days, and federal charges with the EEOC within 300 days. When harassment continued over time, the deadline is often measured from the most recent incident. Because these deadlines can be short, it’s important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
What if I was too afraid or embarrassed to speak up right away?
Experiencing sexual harassment can leave you feeling shocked, ashamed, or even scared. Many employees hesitate to report what happened right away, not because it wasn’t serious, but because the emotions involved can make it hard to speak up. If you’re in this position, you’re not alone, and you still have options to protect yourself. One of the biggest reasons people delay reporting is the fear of losing their job or being mistreated afterward. Retaliation is illegal under federal law and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. If your employer punishes you for making a complaint, that can be a separate legal claim.
Can I sue my employer if they didn’t protect me from harassment by another employee?
Yes. Under New Jersey law, an employer can be held responsible if it knew or should have known about harassment by a coworker and failed to take prompt, effective action to stop it.
Can I get compensated for emotional distress caused by sexual harassment?
Yes. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination allows employees to recover damages for emotional distress, along with lost wages and, in some cases, punitive damages. We work with medical or psychological experts to document your harm and negotiate compensation for it.
Does sexual harassment have to be sexual in nature?
No. Unwelcome conduct or offensive remarks directed at someone because of their sex, gender identity, or gender expression can qualify as illegal harassment even if it contains no sexual elements at all.
Can men file sexual harassment claims in New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey’s anti-discrimination law protects everyone, regardless of sex or gender. Men can file claims against female or male harassers, and same-sex harassment is fully prohibited.
YOUR RIGHTS
New Jersey protects workers at employers of every size
Harassment can come from a coworker, supervisor, client or outside vendor, and it can be verbal, physical, visual or digital. It generally takes one of two forms.
Quid pro quo
"Something for something" or "This for That". Someone in authority requests sexual favors in exchange for a professional benefit or threatens adverse consequences.
Hostile work environment
Unwelcome conduct based on your sex or gender that is severe or pervasive enough to make your workplace hostile or abusive.
NJ Law Against Discrimination
Title VII (Federal)
Filing Deadlines
Covers employers of every size, unlike federal law, which only applies to employers with 15 or more employees.
Covers employers with 15+ employees. Conduct must be severe or pervasive enough to alter working conditions.
Short deadlines apply. A complaint with the NJ Division on Civil Rights must generally be filed within 180 days, a lawsuit in Superior Court within two years, and an EEOC charge within 300 days.
PEOPLE WHO WERE WHERE YOU ARE
How cases like yours have been resolved
A senior associate at a global law firm was harassed by a managing partner, then fired.
$2,000,000
An executive assistant faced intrusive personal questions from the executive who controlled her schedule. Resolved before any lawsuit.
$1,150,000
Two long-standing employees were harassed by their company's CEO. Resolved at mediation.
$3,375,000
An executive faced sustained unwanted advances from a senior executive after a relationship ended.
$2,375,000
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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