Los Angeles Sexual Assault Lawyer Blog

A Bakersfield property manager denies multiple claims of sexual harassment from his tenants earlier this month. A lawsuit was field in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, accusing the manager of sexual harassment, "pervasive" harassment and discrimination since at least 2002.

Our Pasadena sexual harassment lawyers would like to remind you that sexual harassment can take place virtually anywhere and includes any form of unwelcome sexual acts or banter, including unwanted sexual advances. It can also be used as a form of bribery or quid pro quo by a supervisor. Those facing accusations of sexual harassment need to contact an experienced attorney to protect their rights.

The suit alleges the landlord exposed his genitals to two of his female tenants, made unwelcome sexual comments, touched the women without consent and granted or denied housing benefits based on sex. The suit also accuses the landlord of taking discriminatory action against women who refused advances throughout his more than 30 years of operation, according to the SFGate. The suit seeks monetary damages to compensate the victims, court order barring future discrimination and a civil penalty, according to The Cypress Times.

"It's not one or two (incidents)," said Benjamin Wagner, U.S. Attorney for the district. "We're talking a number of victims over a lengthy period of time."

The landlord denies all allegations, calling them "malarkey" and questioning the motives of the alleged victims. Some current tenants interviewed by KJET 17 said they had never been harassed by the accused landlord.

Our sexual harassment attorneys have been representing clients in sexual harassment cases in Los Angeles County for years and have a strong reputation for achieving justice for our clients. If you're experiencing a sexual harassment case in Los Angeles or the surrounding area, you are urged to contact an attorney.