For those who think sexual harassment is a female-only problem \u2013 think again.<\/p>\n
A longshoreman at the Red Hook Pier filed a lawsuit in Brooklyn Federal Court against his former boss amidst claims of sexual harassment and inappropriate sexual conduct. In addition to suing his ex-boss, Sabato Catucci, the Plaintiff, Michael Sabella, filed suit against his union president Louis Pernice, who heads the International Longshoremen\u2019s Association Local 1814.<\/p>\n
Our acoso sexual<\/a> lawyers learned that a jury awarded Sabella $60,000 in punitive damages but let the union president off the hook.<\/p>\n Sabella worked for<\/a> American Stevedore Inc. During his time at the Pier, Sabella alleges he was subjected to a hostile work environment<\/a>. According to the lawsuit, his former supervisor physically assaulted<\/a> Sabella.<\/p>\n \u201cI was attacked,\u201d Sabella testified. \u201cHe (the supervisor) went to grab my crotch and I pushed his hand away. He threw me over the desk and I couldn’t get out \u2014 he was strong.\u201d<\/p>\n Catucci and his attorney deny the allegations. \u201cAt most there was a joking atmosphere which might occur in a men’s locker room,\u201d argued Catucci’s lawyer Janine Bauer.<\/p>\n Sabella further claims the Union failed to help him, and the Waterfront Commission ignored his complaint.<\/p>\n Our Sexual Harassment lawyers<\/strong> have encountered countless clients who have heard mistruths about employment and harassment law.\u00a0 As Sabella\u2019s case, in particular, brings to light a few common misconceptions about sexual harassment law.<\/p>\n Myth: Only women can claim sexual harassment.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Reality:<\/strong> Anyone can be a victim of harassment \u2013 men, women, transgender, or any other sex\/gender identity.<\/p>\n Myth: Men cannot sexually harass men.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Reality:<\/strong> Same-sex harassment<\/a> by any sex or gender is unlawful.<\/p>\n Myth: Male-on-male sexual harassment can only occur if at least one person is gay.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Reality:<\/b> When anyone is accused of sexual harassment in NYC, sexual orientation is somewhat irrelevant. While it can be a factor in the case, it doesn\u2019t matter if Sabella or his supervisor are both homosexual, heterosexual, or a combination of the two in a sexual harassment case. In fact, even if one person claimed sexual orientation discrimination, the law covers \u201cactual or perceived\u201d orientation \u2013 meaning whether or not you are actually gay, straight, bisexual, or other orientation does not matter.<\/p>\n Cases of male sexual harassment are on the rise. In fact, the number of sexual harassment charges filed by men to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission jumped from 11.6% in 1997 to 16.3% in 2011.<\/p>\n In New York City, both men and women can file complaints of sexual harassment against the same sex. Male-on-male harassment and female-on-female harassment may be compensable under the law. Even if you are a man who was harassed by a woman, you still may be entitled to compensation.<\/p>\n The Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC handles a multitude of cases that involve sexual harassment in Manhattan and the greater New York City area. For further information, please feel free to call us at 800-807-2209 for a free consultation or contact us online.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For those who think sexual harassment is a female-only problem \u2013 think again. A longshoreman at the Red Hook Pier filed a lawsuit in Brooklyn Federal Court against his former boss amidst claims of sexual harassment and inappropriate sexual conduct. 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Is it sexual harassment in New York City if two men are involved?<\/h2>\n
Do not hesitate to speak with an attorney if you believe you are the victim of discrimination or harassment.<\/h2>\n