Ridgefield Sexual Harassment Attorney

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Connecticut law defines sexual harassment as any unwanted conduct of a sexual nature, whether they are verbal advances or physical action. Sexual advances, creating a hostile work environment that is blatantly sexual in nature, and sexual advances are some of the more frequent types of sexual harassment amongst employers.

How does Connecticut Law Prohibit Sexual Harassment?

First of all, employers in the city of Ridgefield may be required to establish company policies with regards to sexual harassment and post these in a visible location so that employees may be informed. The policies should at least include: contact information for the reporting of sexual harassment incidents, an outline of procedures to be followed in filing a claim, and the remedies available when a claim successfully proven.

There are also federal and Connecticut laws that have created agencies to handle sexual harassment claims. These agencies have authority to investigate a Ridgefield workplace for the sexual harassment conduct that is alleged in the complaints they receive. These laws also prohibit employers from firing workers or taking any retaliatory action against workers who have complained of sexual harassment.

How can a Connecticut attorney help?

It can be difficult to both investigate and show a sexual harassment claim without having any expertise in the applicable areas of law. The federal agencies that handle initial claims of sexual harassment are often understaffed and overworked. Because of this, working with a Ridgefield attorney might be the best way to make sure that your claim is processed in a timely manner.

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Life in Ridgefield

Located in Fairfield County, Ridgefield is a popular Connecticut city to work, live and visit. Home to just under 25,000 residents Ridgefield has all the perks of a big city with a small city charm. The 300-year-old community has a lot of history throughout the town.

Ridgefield is located on 35 square miles and has many buildings and sites that are on the national register of historic places, including: Benedict House and Shop, Keeler Tavern and the Lewis June House. In addition to landmarks, the city has lots to offer in terms of entertainment including the Children's Orchestra and many art museums.

Professionals also enjoy success in Ridgefield. Ridgefield lawyers are some of the best in the business and enjoy working in a city that has so much to offer them in the off hours. Ridgefield lawyers are skilled in a range of practice areas and are always happy and available to help their local clients with whatever legal issue he or she is dealing with at the time. In addition to lawyers, Ridgefield is home to great doctors, accountants and bankers as well.

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