Workplace Sexual Assault: How Survivors Can Seek Compensation and Accountability

Sexual Assault in the Workplace: A Hidden Crisis

Sexual assault at work is one of the most underreported and traumatizing violations a person can experience. Whether committed by a supervisor, coworker, contractor, or client, workplace sexual assault is a breach of trust that can derail your career, damage your mental health, and leave you feeling powerless.

Survivors often fear retaliation, embarrassment, or disbelief. Many stay silent because they worry about losing their job or not being taken seriously. But you don’t have to stay silent. You have rights—and legal options.

At GetCompensation.law, we connect survivors of workplace sexual assault with experienced attorneys who understand how to hold employers and institutions accountable. Whether the assault happened in a corporate office, a restaurant, a hospital, a school, or in the field, our trusted legal partners are ready to fight for you.

What Counts as Workplace Sexual Assault?

Workplace sexual assault includes any non-consensual sexual contact that occurs in connection with your employment. It can happen during work hours, at company events, in employer housing, or even offsite locations if the assailant used their work position to initiate the assault.

Examples include:

• A supervisor or manager pressuring an employee into unwanted sexual contact
• A coworker groping or touching you without consent
• Being sexually assaulted by a client or customer during your shift
• Being attacked during business travel or after-hours work meetings
• Assault by a third-party contractor or service provider at the job site

No matter who commits the act, if your employer failed to protect you, ignored previous complaints, or created a hostile work environment, they may be legally responsible.

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Workplace Sexual Assault Case?

In civil law, liability may extend beyond the individual who committed the assault. Employers and institutions have a legal duty to provide a safe work environment. When they fail to take reasonable steps to prevent or respond to sexual assault, they can be held accountable through a civil lawsuit.

Potentially liable parties include:

• The individual assailant
• The employer who ignored red flags, failed to act, or tolerated a hostile environment
• HR departments that failed to investigate or properly respond to complaints
• Staffing agencies or contract companies responsible for negligent hiring
• Franchise owners or corporate entities who set unsafe workplace policies

Even if you no longer work for the company, you may still have a right to pursue legal action—and compensation.

Legal Remedies Available to Survivors

Filing a civil lawsuit allows you to seek compensation for both your economic losses and emotional suffering. Civil damages can include:

• Medical treatment costs for physical injuries or emergency care
• Therapy and mental health counseling expenses
• Lost wages due to missed work or being forced to leave the job
• Loss of future income or career opportunities
• Emotional distress and pain and suffering
• Punitive damages in cases of gross employer negligence or cover-ups

Every case is different. A qualified attorney can evaluate your situation and advise you on what damages you may be entitled to pursue.

How to Start the Legal Process

When you’re ready, GetCompensation.law makes it easy to take the first step. We work with a nationwide network of personal injury attorneys who have a track record of success in sexual assault and workplace misconduct cases.

Here's what happens when you reach out:

1. Private Consultation
   You’ll speak with an attorney who listens without judgment. Everything you share is confidential.
2. Case Review
   The attorney will review your case, including the timeline, evidence, and employer history.
3. Investigation
   If you choose to move forward, your legal team will gather documentation, witness accounts, security footage, and more to build your case.
4. Filing the Lawsuit
   Your lawyer will file a claim against all responsible parties and begin settlement negotiations or prepare for trial.

Throughout the process, you’ll stay informed and empowered. You are always in control of how far the case goes.

You’re Not Alone—And You Deserve Justice

Sexual assault at work can make you feel isolated, but you are not alone. Thousands of survivors have held their employers and abusers accountable with the help of experienced attorneys.

At GetCompensation.law, we are here to support you with:

• A network of compassionate attorneys who handle sensitive cases with care
• Access to firms with high success rates and nationwide reach
• A commitment to privacy, respect, and survivor empowerment

You don’t have to continue suffering in silence. With the right legal help, you can get the compensation you deserve and help ensure it doesn’t happen to someone else.

Contact GetCompensation.law Today

Take the first step toward healing and justice. Our partner attorneys are ready to review your case and help you understand your rights—completely confidential and with no obligation.

You are not to blame. You are not alone. And you are protected by law.