Illinois Sexual Harassment Law

What is the Illinois law prohibiting sexual harassment?
The Illinois Human Rights Act declares freedom from sexual harassment to prevent sexual harassment in employment and sexual harassment in elementary, second...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 5:41 PM
What Illinois department enforces illegal discrimination and harassment?
The Illinois Department of Human Rights enforces the protections of the Illinois Human Rights Act.
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 5:42 PM
How can I contact the Illinois Department of Human Rights?
The Illinois Department of Human Rights can be contacted via:   Helpline: Call the State of Illinois Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Helpline at 877...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 5:59 PM
What is the State of Illinois' definition of Sexual Harassment?
According to Sec. 2-101(E) of the Illinois Human Rights Act, "Sexual harassment" means any unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:00 PM
What are the two types of sexual harassment claims as defined by Illinois law?
Quid pro quo: involves expressed or implied demands for sexual favors in exchange for some benefit. For example, a promotion or increase in pay or to avoid ...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:01 PM
What characteristics or conditions are protected from harassment and/or discrimination under Illinois law?
Race and color Religion Sex and sexual orientation National origin and ancestry Marital status Disability  Age  Medical condition  Denial of family...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:02 PM
Where can sexual harassment occur in Illinois?
Unlawful sexual harassment is not limited to the physical workplace itself. It can occur while employees are traveling for business or at employer-sponsored...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:03 PM
What is workplace violence as defined by Illinois law?
Workplace violence is any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the worksite....
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:04 PM
What is considered a "protected activity" under Illinois law?
"Protected Activity" is when an employee does one of the following: Files a formal written complaint of sexual harassment, either internally wit...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:05 PM
What are the different types of sexual harassment as defined by Illinois law?
Verbal harassment consists of verbal comments that are sexual in nature Physical harassment, in relation to sexual harassment, is when a victim is touched...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 6:06 PM