Whether you are an employee or an employer, an accusation of sexual harassment is a serious matter that merits consultation with an attorney. Not only is your reputation at stake, but also your relationships and your livelihood. An employer may be held liable for damages to a victim, including payment of lost wages, compensation for emotional pain and suffering, and payment for the victim's legal fees. An employee could be suspended, demoted, or terminated. Some types of sexual misconduct can even lead to criminal charges against the offender.
The law office of The Law Office of Brian M. Krause, P.C. stands ready to defend both employers and employees against claims of sexual harassment. Attorney Krause understands that false or exaggerated accusations are not uncommon, and he knows how to skillfully investigate the situation to develop a forceful defense for you.
Backed by a decade of experience in the practice of business law, attorney Krause handles cases such as:
Title VII of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits sex discrimination including sexual harassment and applies to employers with 15 or more employees. The corresponding Illinois law on sexual harassment applies to all employers, even those with just one employee. In order for a behavior to be deemed sexual harassment, the conduct must be unwelcome, offensive, and so frequent and severe that it creates a hostile work environment.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal assistance." In short, Title IX prohibits both sexual discrimination and sexual harassment in colleges and schools.
Attorney Brian M. Krause will vigorously defend any teacher, school employee, or student accused of any type of sexual harassment offense, including:
The law office of The Law Office of Brian M. Krause, P.C. provides effective and affordable legal assistance to clients in Cook County including the communities of Hoffman Estates, Rolling Meadows, Schaumburg, Streamwood, Barrington, South Barrington, Hanover Park, and Chicago. Contact us in our Hoffman Estates office at 630-388-8253.