SEXUAL HARASSMENT
It is whereby there is discrimination of sex in which there is sexual advances which are unwelcome, physical or verbal conduct which involves a sexual nature by one sex to another, either same sex or opposite sex.
It interferes with the work performance of an individual or creates a hostile and an intimidating work environment.
Sexual harassment occurs in different circumstances. Often, the harasser has power or authority over the victim (due to age differences, political, social, employment or educational relationships).
Section 1. Conduct of Peter Lewiston against the EEOC’s definition of Sexual Harassment
According to title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, discrimination is prohibited on the basis of religion, sex, race or national origin by covered employers. It also prohibits discrimination of an individual because of his or her associations with individuals of a particular color, national origin, race and religion.
