Sexual Harassment Attorney in Cypress Hills, NY
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Sexual harassment doesn’t just hurt in the moment—it follows you home, disrupts your sleep, and damages your career trajectory. You’re not imagining the impact, and you’re not overreacting.
Our clients recover compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and career setbacks. They also get court orders protecting them from future harassment and retaliation. Most importantly, they reclaim their dignity and peace of mind.
When you win, your employer often pays your attorney fees too. That means justice doesn’t cost you—it pays you.
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For 20 years, John Howley represented corporations like Pfizer, Texaco, and Citibank as a partner in a major law firm. He argued cases in the U.S. Supreme Court and worked alongside the country’s top legal minds.
Now he brings that same level of expertise to individuals facing workplace harassment. We have recovered millions for clients, including an $80 million discrimination settlement and $800,000 for a live-in nanny who faced sexual harassment.
Cypress Hills professionals deserve the same caliber of representation that protects corporate interests. You get an attorney who understands both the legal complexities and the personal toll of workplace harassment.
Sexual Assault Attorney Process
First, we listen. You’ll meet directly with John Howley—not a junior associate—to discuss what happened and understand your options. This consultation is free and confidential.
Next, we investigate. We gather evidence, review company policies, and build your case while protecting you from retaliation. Many harassment cases settle before ever reaching court, but we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial.
Finally, we fight for maximum compensation. Whether through negotiation or litigation, we pursue damages for lost wages, emotional distress, and punitive awards. You pay nothing unless we win.
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Sexual Harassment Cases Cypress Hills
Your case may include multiple forms of relief. Financial compensation covers lost wages, missed promotions, and emotional distress. Court orders can require training, policy changes, or removal of harassers.
In New York, harassment laws are particularly strong. The NYC Human Rights Law offers broader protections than federal law, covering even subtle behaviors that create hostile environments. With over 31% of women in New York experiencing workplace harassment, you’re not alone in this fight.
Cypress Hills’ growing professional community deserves workplaces free from harassment. Whether you work in Manhattan and live locally, or face harassment at neighborhood businesses, New York law protects you regardless of company size or industry.
What types of behavior constitute sexual harassment in New York workplaces?
Sexual harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. This covers obvious behaviors like inappropriate touching or quid pro quo demands, but also subtler actions.
Under New York City Human Rights Law, even infrequent behaviors can form the basis of a claim if they’re unwelcome and sexual in nature. Examples include sexually suggestive comments, displaying inappropriate images, making jokes about someone’s body, or creating an intimidating atmosphere based on gender.
The key is whether the conduct is unwelcome and affects your work environment. You don’t need to prove the behavior was severe or pervasive—New York’s standards are broader than federal law.
How much compensation can I recover in a sexual harassment case?
Compensation varies based on the severity of harassment and its impact on your life and career. You may recover lost wages, including missed promotions and raises that harassment prevented. Emotional distress damages compensate for anxiety, depression, and other psychological harm.
Punitive damages punish particularly egregious conduct and can be substantial. If you win, your employer typically pays your attorney fees and court costs too. Some clients also receive injunctive relief—court orders requiring workplace changes or protection from retaliation.
We have secured settlements ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars. The $800,000 settlement we obtained for a live-in nanny demonstrates that significant recovery is possible even for individual employees facing powerful employers.
Will filing a harassment claim hurt my career or reputation?
This concern keeps many people silent, but retaliation for filing harassment claims is illegal under federal and state law. Employers cannot fire, demote, or otherwise punish you for asserting your rights. If they do, you have additional claims for damages.
Many cases settle confidentially, protecting your privacy while securing compensation. When litigation is necessary, courts understand that harassment victims need protection, not blame. Your reputation matters more than your employer’s desire to avoid accountability.
The bigger career risk is often doing nothing. Harassment typically escalates when unchallenged, potentially leading to constructive discharge or lasting psychological harm. Taking legal action protects not just you, but other employees who may face similar treatment.
How long do I have to file a sexual harassment claim?
Time limits vary depending on which laws apply to your case. For federal claims under Title VII, you generally have 180 days to file with the EEOC, though this extends to 300 days in states like New York with their own civil rights agencies.
New York State Human Rights Law claims must be filed within one year, while New York City Human Rights Law allows three years. These deadlines are strict—waiting too long can bar your claim entirely, regardless of its merit.
The sooner you act, the better. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and harassment often continues or worsens. Consulting with an attorney early protects your rights and helps preserve crucial evidence while memories are fresh.
What evidence do I need to prove my sexual harassment case?
Strong harassment cases often include documentation like emails, text messages, or written complaints to HR. Witness testimony from colleagues who observed inappropriate behavior or heard about it contemporaneously can be powerful. Performance reviews and personnel files may show retaliation patterns.
However, don’t assume you need perfect documentation. Many successful cases rely on credible testimony about patterns of behavior. The harasser’s treatment of other employees, company response to complaints, and impact on your work performance all matter.
Start documenting now if harassment is ongoing. Keep detailed notes of incidents, save relevant communications, and report harassment through proper channels when safe to do so. An experienced attorney can help you identify and preserve evidence you might not realize is important.
Can men file sexual harassment claims, and what about same-sex harassment?
Absolutely. Sexual harassment laws protect all employees regardless of gender. Men can file claims when subjected to unwelcome sexual conduct, whether from female or male colleagues. Same-sex harassment is equally illegal under federal and state law.
In New York, nearly 19% of men report experiencing workplace harassment. Male victims often face additional barriers, including stereotypes about masculinity and assumptions that men should handle harassment themselves. These attitudes are both wrong and legally irrelevant.
The law focuses on whether conduct was unwelcome and based on sex, not the gender of the victim or harasser. Male employees deserve the same workplace protections as female employees, and successful cases demonstrate that courts take these claims seriously when properly presented.
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