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Our Sydney-based employment lawyers provide practical and confidential guidance to help you understand your rights and obligations, navigate the legal process and take appropriate steps to protect yourself during workplace sexual harassment claims. We understand that this can be distressing and challenging for everyone involved, whether you are experiencing workplace sexual harassment, responding to an allegation, or managing a claim as an employer.
We also provide guidance to help prevent future incidents, ensure investigations are handled fairly, and support you through the emotional and professional impacts of claims, ensuring you feel informed and protected throughout the process.
Sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual conduct that creates a hostile or intimidating work environment. Australian law, including the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), protects employees from such behaviour.
Workplace sexual harassment may include:
If you are experiencing harassment, it is essential to document incidents and report them to your employer or the relevant authority. Our experienced employment law team can provide expert guidance and support throughout the process.
If you have experienced unwelcome sexual conduct at work, it can be distressing and affect your performance or wellbeing. You may be entitled to make a claim under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) or relevant state legislation. Our experienced employment lawyers provide compassionate, practical guidance, helping you understand your rights, document incidents, and pursue fair outcomes.
We can assist with filing a formal complaint with your employer or the Australian Human Rights Commission, negotiating resolutions or engaging in confidential conciliation, ensuring you are supported throughout the process.
Being accused of sexual harassment or managing a claim as an employer can be challenging. It is essential to respond promptly, fairly and in accordance with legal obligations. Our employment lawyers provide practical advice on investigating allegations, collecting evidence and managing internal procedures while protecting legal and reputational interests.
We guide individuals and organisations through the process, helping ensure compliance with workplace laws, and supporting all parties to resolve the matter sensitively and professionally.
Employment law is designed to protect employees from unfair treatment, including sexual harassment and bullying, in the workplace. Legislation such as the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) guarantees the right to a safe and respectful work environment.
If you experience harassment, you may be entitled to seek compensation or other remedies to stop the behaviour if it breaches sexual harassment laws. Our experienced employment lawyers provide practical guidance, helping you understand your rights and resolve complex workplace issues with confidence and clarity.
The Sex Discrimination Act 1984 prohibits discrimination based on a person’s sex, including in the workplace, and specifically protects employees from sexual harassment. If you experience sex discrimination or harassment, you may consider lodging a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission.
If you are experiencing sexual harassment, taking prompt action can help protect your rights and wellbeing and facilitate the effective resolution of the matter Key steps include:
Our employment lawyers are able to provide guidance and support throughout each step of the process, ensuring you are informed and protected.
If you have been accused of sexual harassment or are responsible for managing a claim as an employer or HR professional, taking careful, structured action is essential. In addition to seeking legal advice from an experienced employment lawyer, key steps include:
Our employment lawyers provide expert guidance to support you through each stage, ensuring legal compliance and fair management of the claim.
Our employment lawyers have extensive experience handling sexual harassment matters and providing expert legal advice. We prioritise a supportive, non-judgmental approach for anyone affected by harassment, helping you navigate the legal process with confidence.
Our team can advise on employment contracts, workplace policies, and related employment law issues, ensuring your rights are protected. We aim to provide timely, practical support to resolve your case effectively, secure any compensation you are entitled to, and maintain a safe and respectful workplace.
Further, our employment lawyers can assist you by:
Sexual harassment encompasses a wide range of unwelcome conduct including but not limited to inappropriate comments, sexually explicit emails, indecent exposure or sexual assault. It is recommended that if you are experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace, you should report this to human resources promptly and seek legal advice concerning the legal avenues available.
Australian workplaces are governed by discrimination law and employment legislation. All employees have workplace rights to a safe work environment free from bullying, sexual harassment or workplace discrimination.
Making a false complaint can expose you to legal action, vicarious liability or damage to your professional reputation. Our expert employment lawyers provide advice to resolve matters fairly and prevent misuse of workplace harassment or discrimination claims.
While laws generally focus on preventing and addressing harassment rather than punishing bystanders, employers and managers, including senior executives, may have obligations under workplace policies and discrimination law.
Possible outcomes include formal apologies, workplace investigations, compensation claims, policy changes and/or legal action. Our legal team provides advice to claim compensation, protect employment relationships and ensure successful outcomes for your wellbeing and workplace rights.
Yes, managing directors and senior executives may face vicarious liability if they fail to prevent workplace harassment or discrimination. An employment lawyer can provide legal help to resolve matters, protect professional reputations and ensure workplace rights are upheld.
Employees who have been sexually harassed can access a support person to assist with documenting incidents such as inappropriate comments, sexually explicit emails or indecent exposure. It’s also possible to access psychological support, whether through an employee program or privately.
Workplace investigations involve reviewing complaints, interviewing staff, and examining evidence. Our legal team provides timely advice to manage the process fairly, resolve matters efficiently and ensure compliance with employment law and discrimination law.
Yes. If sexual harassment, workplace bullying or workplace discrimination affects your employment or wellbeing, you may be able to make an application seeking compensation to the Fair Work Commission or the Australian Human Rights Commission.
Report incidents immediately to human resources and document all details. Our legal team can provide advice on workplace investigations, legal action and employment issues to protect your workplace rights, professional reputation, and overall wellbeing.
Stevens & Associates, a Sydney-based specialist employment law firm, offers a complimentary and confidential initial consultation with one of our sexual harassment lawyers.
This call allows us to determine if we fit your needs correctly. Our dedicated lawyers will listen to your situation, understand your goals, and provide personalised advice on how to proceed.
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