Seek Resources for Attempts at Sexual Bribery
When you are the victim of sexual harassment, the last thing you should do is accept it as life in the corporate world. Along with the damage that sexual harassment can do to your career, you also have to think about your own emotional and psychological well-being. Sexual bribery is a form of sexual harassment that can have devastating effects on your career and your health, which is why you should seek out resources if you are a victim.
What Is Sexual Bribery?
Sexual bribery occurs when one person asks for sexual favors in exchange for some type of reward such as advancement or a raise. For example, a supervisor who knows that a subordinate is about to have a bad annual review might try to bribe the subordinate into sex in exchange for a good annual report.
Is Sexual Bribery Considered Consensual?
Sexual harassment is a form of mental and emotional abuse that preys on the weaknesses of the victim. In the case of sexual bribery, the consent given is not true consent. The victim often feels powerless in the situation and gives consent out of fear. To the aggressor, the situation looks beneficial to both sides, but sexual bribery is often accompanied by sexual coercion to make the victim almost helpless. In its purest form, sexual bribery is generally not consent.
Your Human Resources Department
Your first resource for information on sexual bribery and ways to combat generally should come from your human resources department. Since it is usually a superior who would be accused of sexually bribery, you might find it difficult to get the company’s policy on sexual harassment. It might also prove to be difficult to file a complaint. Still, that is generally the first avenue to be explored.
An Objective Attorney
An experienced attorney can be an excellent resource. Not only can an attorney answer all of your questions and give you the information you need to understand what is really going on, but an attorney can also offer referrals to other professionals who may be able to help.
Our office has many years of experience in handling sexual bribery cases, and we encourage you to use us as a very important resource in your fight. Our sexual harassment lawyers are ready to stand beside you as you gather the information you need and make the decisions necessary to fight back.