Sexual Advances & Unwanted Touching
Unwelcome sexual advances and unwanted touching are among the most obvious and serious forms of sexual harassment in the workplace. These behaviors are not only inappropriate, they are illegal under both California and federal law. At Miracle Mile Law Group, our Los Angeles-based attorneys help employees take legal action against employers, supervisors, and coworkers who cross the line. If you’ve experienced inappropriate physical contact or sexually suggestive behavior at work, you may have a strong claim for compensation and accountability.
Understanding Your Case
Miracle Mile Law Group Los Angeles Sexual Harassment Attorney: Caitlyn Handy, Esq.
“If you’ve experienced unwanted touching or inappropriate advances at work, even if you’re unsure whether it was harassment, speak with an attorney. At Miracle Mile Law Group, we’re here to listen, guide you, and fight for the justice you deserve.”
What Counts as Unwanted Sexual Advances?
Sexual advances become harassment when they are unwelcome and create a hostile or intimidating work environment. This includes:
Repeated requests for dates or romantic attention after you’ve made it clear you are not interested.
Flirting or suggestive remarks that make you feel uncomfortable or targeted.
Offers of job benefits in exchange for sexual favors, such as promotions, pay raises, or continued employment (this is known as quid pro quo harassment).
Sexualized compliments or comments about your appearance, body, or clothing.
It’s important to remember that harassment does not have to be verbal. Non-verbal cues like leering, body language, or inappropriate touching can also be considered sexual harassment under California law.
What Is Considered Unwanted Touching?
Unwanted touching is one of the most blatant and harmful forms of sexual harassment. It includes any physical contact that is sexual in nature, done without your consent, or makes you feel unsafe. Examples include:
Touching your arm, leg, shoulder, or back unnecessarily
Placing a hand on your lower back, waist, or thigh
Giving hugs, kisses, or massages that were not welcomed
Brushing up against you inappropriately or repeatedly
Cornering or blocking your movement
Even a single act of unwanted physical contact may be severe enough to support a legal claim—especially if it involves someone in a position of authority or is part of a larger pattern of harassment.
What to Do If You’ve Been Touched or Harassed at Work
If you have experienced unwanted touching or sexual advances in the workplace:
Document what happened: Write down the details of each incident, including date, time, location, names of people involved, and any witnesses.
Save evidence: Keep any text messages, emails, voicemails, or other communications that support your claim.
Report the behavior: Notify HR or a manager in writing, if it’s safe for you to do so.
Contact Miracle Mile Law Group to speak with our Los Angeles sexual harassment attorneys: You do not need to navigate this alone. Legal professionals at Miracle Mile Law Group can guide you through filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and help you prepare for a potential lawsuit.
Speak With a Sexual Harassment Lawyer in Los Angeles
At Miracle Mile Law Group, we have helped clients across Los Angeles County recover compensation and justice for unwanted touching and sexual harassment in the workplace. We fight aggressively on behalf of workers. If your employer failed to act, ignored your complaints, or allowed a toxic culture to persist, we will hold them accountable.
Consultations are free and confidential. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Our attorneys represent employees who have experienced workplace sexual harassment, including unwanted advances, inappropriate conduct, and retaliation for reporting misconduct. We fight to hold employers accountable and secure justice for victims through legal action.
Quid pro quo harassment happens when a supervisor or employer demands sexual favors in exchange for job benefits like promotions or raises. It is an abuse of power and illegal under California and federal law. Employees who face retaliation for refusing advances have the right to take legal action.
Employers are responsible for preventing and addressing workplace sexual harassment. They can be held liable if they ignore complaints or allow a hostile work environment. Failure to act can result in legal consequences and compensation for victims.
Retaliation for reporting sexual harassment is illegal under California and federal law. Employers cannot fire, demote, or mistreat employees for speaking out. If you face retaliation after reporting harassment, you have the right to take legal action and seek compensation.
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