What to Do About Sexual Harassment by Professionals in California

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What to Do About Sexual Harassment by
Professionals in California
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Introduction
Unfortunately, sexual harassment can happen
anywhere, not just in the workplace. You may even
experience sexual harassment by professionals
youre supposed to be able to trust, like
dentists, doctors, psychotherapists, lawyers,
real estate agents, landlords, or
teachers. California recognizes just how
traumatic sexual harassment can be in these types
of non-work relationships built on trust and
respect. The law protects victims and gives them
options. Under California law, Civil Code
Section 51.9, anyone who establishes a business,
service, or professional relationship with you
can be held liable for sexual harassment. That
means you can sue for damages by filing a Sexual
Harassment Lawsuit.
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What Types of Professionals Are Prohibited From
Sexual Harassment Under Section 51.9?
The law protects you from sexual harassment by
anyone with whom you share a business, service,
or professional relationship that cannot be
terminated easily. Section 51.9 includes (but is
not limited to) the following types of
professionals-
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When Can You Sue Professionals for Sexual
Harassment?
The law protects you from sexual harassment by
anyone with whom you share a business, service,
or professional relationship that cannot be
terminated easily. Under Section 51.9, you may
sue for damages if you can prove that you
suffered a personal injury or an economic loss or
disadvantage because of the harassment. The
injuries you suffer could be emotional distress
or even the violation of a legal right for
example, the right to be free of gender
discrimination in housing. When it comes to
discrimination or harassment in the workplace,
employees must usually take certain steps to
report the behavior before escalating their
claims in court. In contrast, if you have a claim
for sexual harassment against a business or
service professional under Section 51.9, you can
file a lawsuit directly with the Superior Court
of California.
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How a Sexual Harassment Lawyers Can
Help Harassment?
Going up against a sexual harasser isnt easy,
especially when your relationship is based on
trust or a power imbalance. At Marcarian Law
Firm, P.C., our legal team is in your corner at
all points in the lawsuit process. We put
together your strongest possible case from the
beginning. That way, your sexual harasser knows
you have the evidence to back up your claims. The
more you can convince them that you will win in
court, the more likely your harasser is to make a
proper settlement offer. Call Marcarian Law
Firm, P.C. now at 818-995-8787 for a FREE
consultation of your case by an experienced
personal injury and Sexual Harassment Lawyers who
can help.
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