Q: I complained about being sexually harassed @ work and was taken off the schedule indefinitely. Do I have a case?
I complained to HR about the head manager/boss' son getting drunk on the clock and sexually harassing me at work and was told it would be taken care of. I was then told that since nothing could be proven they weren't going to do anything about it and said they were taking me off the schedule until they could "figure out a solution" and fix the schedule so we wouldn't have to work together. It has now been over a week I have been without work and I have been told I am not being paid for this forced time off. I have also inquired about paychecks owed to me and am getting no answer. I can also say that I am not the only girl to be harassed by this individual. Another girl complained about being harassed when I did but she feels she has no rights because the incident happened outside of work, so since then she has been quiet and complacent and has been allowed to keep her hours, and there are others as well. I feel like I'm being punished for bringing this issue to light. Do I have a case?
A: It does sound like you would have a case for the sexual harassment, and potentially other claims. Find an employment law attorney near you to discuss.
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