Were You in a Sexual Relationship with a Boss or Manager?
If a workplace relationship involved a power imbalance, it may be harassment even if it seemed consensual. Lieb at Law fights for employees who were taken advantage of by someone in authority.
📞 Speak to an AttorneyWhat Is Interoffice Sexual Harassment?
Workplace relationships aren’t illegal—but when the power dynamic is abused, the relationship ends and you're treated differently, or your job feels unsafe or uncomfortable, the law steps in.
- 🚩 A boss starts treating you differently after a breakup
- 🚩 You get special privileges for sexual acts
- 🚩 Pressured to share a room at a work event
- 🚩 Schedule, pay or position changes after ending things
- 🚩 Pressured into dating someone in power
- 🚩 HR dismissed your complaint or blamed you
Legal Protections in NY, NJ, CT & CO
You’re protected—even if the relationship began as consensual. We help clients under:
- ⚖️ Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Federal)
- ⚖️ NYS & NYC Human Rights Laws
- ⚖️ NJ Law Against Discrimination
- ⚖️ CT Fair Employment Practices Act
- ⚖️ Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act
What We Can Do for You
- 📄 File with HR, EEOC, or state agencies
- 🧑⚖️ Litigate against employers or coworkers
- 💼 Negotiate severance and settlements
- 🔐 Keep everything confidential
Was It Really Consensual?
Just because you said "yes" doesn't mean it was truly consensual — or legal. In New York, any unwanted sexual conduct in the workplace may qualify as harassment, especially when there's a power imbalance or fear of retaliation.
✔️ Unwelcome—even if you didn’t say “no”?
Silence doesn't equal agreement. If it felt wrong, it probably was.
✔️ Did they have power over you?
Supervisors and managers can influence promotions, raises, and job security. That changes everything.
✔️ Were you afraid saying “no” would hurt your job?
Feeling pressured to protect your paycheck or position is not consent—it’s coercion.
✔️ Was there a raise or punishment implied?
If benefits or threats were tied to your response, it may be quid pro quo harassment.
What Can You Recover in a Workplace Harassment Claim?
If you’ve experienced sexual harassment—especially involving a power imbalance or coercion—you may be entitled to significant compensation under state and federal law. Here’s what damages may be available:
💼 Economic Damages
These cover the financial toll of harassment or retaliation at work:
- Lost wages (both past and future)
- Back pay after wrongful termination or demotion
- Missed bonuses, raises, or promotions
- Out-of-pocket costs from job loss (e.g. COBRA, job search expenses)
🧠 Emotional Distress
Harassment isn’t just financial—it can affect every part of your life. Courts recognize emotional and psychological harm, including:
- Depression, anxiety, PTSD, or insomnia
- Loss of confidence or professional reputation
- Humiliation or social isolation
- Disruption to your career or personal life
You Are Not Alone
If your workplace relationship became toxic or you were pressured into something you didn’t want - you may have a legal case. We understand how it starts. We know how to end it.
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