Los Angeles, CA personal injury attorney Dave Ring talks about a case he worked on where he represented a young woman who was consistently sexually harassed by her boss. He explains that regrettably, instances of sexual harassment in the workplace are all too common in California, particularly in Los Angeles where industries like entertainment are prevalent. Our firm represents numerous victims of sexual harassment, and one case in particular remains etched in my memory due to its egregious nature. We represented a 25-year-old woman who had just started her first job. She was thrilled to have been recruited by the company’s owner and saw it as a significant opportunity.

However, it soon became apparent that this employer, a man in his forties, had ulterior motives. He displayed a complete lack of interest in her as an employee and instead focused solely on pursuing a sexual relationship with her. From the moment she began working there, he made his intentions clear, subjecting her to suggestive remarks, advances, and persistent pressure. This created an extremely uncomfortable and distressing work environment for her, especially considering her lack of prior workplace experience.

Ultimately, she reached a breaking point and sought legal advice. She chose our firm to represent her, and together, we pursued the case. Through our efforts, we successfully demonstrated that this man had not hired her for legitimate reasons, but rather with the intention of seducing her and engaging in a sexual relationship. Such behavior constitutes severe sexual harassment, and the consequences for him were significant. He and his firm were compelled to pay a substantial sum of money as a result of the harm he inflicted upon this young woman.

This case exemplifies the outrageous nature of sexual harassment and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions. We remain steadfast in our commitment to fighting for justice and supporting victims who have endured such misconduct.