Sexual harassment not only impacts the person being harassed, but the entire workplace. The company can suffer in many ways, including financially, legally and the overall morale of other employees.
Below is an overview of the different ways sexual harassment can impact the workplace.
Human Impact of Workplace Sexual Harassment
One of the most important and significant ways sexual harassment can impact the workplace is the human factor. It can create a hostile work environment for everyone. This in turn can make other employees feel unsafe, unwelcome, and even threatened or intimidated.
Financial Impact of Workplace Sexual Harassment
sexual harassment can also have a significant financial impact in the workplace. The financial impact is not limited to just a potential and imminent payout on the claim brought by the individual who is sexually harassed. Other financial impacts can include:
- Decreased productivity of other workers – sexual harassment can make it more difficult for other employees, as well as the victim, to concentrate and perform their duties more effectively.
- Hiring and retention problems – sexual harassment can lead to the victim being harassed to quit their job. In addition, it can also result in the other workers quitting in protest. Moreover, if the public finds out about the sexual harassment, it could lead to prevent qualified applicants from applying to any open positions.
- Legal expenses, lawsuits, and settlements – sexual harassment is against federal and state law. If the employer could have done more to prevent the sexual harassment, it could face legal actions for its misconduct.
Brand Impact of Workplace Sexual Harassment
A claim of sexual harassment claim can significantly impact a company’s branding in the eyes of the public. This can cause the company to suffer a major hit to its profit margin. Customers may be less likely to support a brand or company that has a history of sexual harassment in its workplace. In some cases, a negative reputation of sexual harassment may not be enough to force a business to shut down forever.
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If you or someone you care about has been sexually harassed at the workplace, you need to hire an experienced Irvine employment law attorney to protect your legal rights and get you the full extent of the compensation that you deserve.
For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with an experienced attorney, call the Law Offices of Samer Habbas at (888) 848-5084.