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Is there such a thing as same sex sexual harassment?

Most people think of men harassing women, but employers should know that harassment can happen between any gender. Attorney Rachel Sedita elaborates.

Transcript: When thinking of sexual harassment most people think of #metoo and harassment that is between a male and a female. However, it is important for an employer to know that harassment is not just between men and women, it can be between the same-sex. For example, harassment is not just physical, it can be based on communications such as unwanted advice, questions, and discussions. Harassment complaints that are brought to an employer must be treated seriously even if they are between individuals of the same-sex.