Sexual Harassment Comment Concerns

Summary

In New York, comments about someones clothing or body can be considered sexual harassment if they create a hostile environment. Unwelcome comments, whether from a man or a woman, that disrupt a persons ability to work or live comfortably may be deemed harassment. Understanding your rights and workplace policies is crucial in addressing such situations. If you are experiencing or accused of such behavior, consider seeking legal advice or consulting your workplaces human resources department for guidance.

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I'm from Suffolk County, New York
Hi Dale! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Is it sexual harassment if I tell a woman: "I could see your red underwear?"?
In New York, such a comment could be considered sexual harassment, especially if it creates a hostile or uncomfortable environment. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome comments about someone's clothing or body.
Do you want to know more about the steps you can take if you're accused of sexual harassment, or are you inquiring about workplace policies?
Is it sexual harassment if a woman follows a man and tells other people: "He's not wearing any underwear"?
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In New York, if a woman's behavior of following a man and making comments about his underwear creates a hostile or uncomfortable environment, it could potentially be considered sexual harassment. Here are some factors that could be relevant:
- The behavior is unwelcome.
- The behavior is severe or pervasive enough to create a hostile environment.
- The behavior disrupts the person's ability to work or live comfortably.
Would you like to know more about the steps you can take if you're experiencing this behavior?
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In New York, if the woman's behavior of following a man and making inappropriate comments about his underwear is unwelcome and creates a hostile or uncomfortable environment, it may potentially be considered sexual harassment.
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