Marriott Hotels & Resorts, often referred to as “The Marriott,” is a global hospitality brand with over 6,700 locations around the world. The company is one of the world’s largest employers, and many of these workers live in California.
Are you a former Marriott hotel employee who was subjected to sexual harassment? Were you fired from your job and have reason to believe that it was done out of spite, like taking away your job because you filed a Human Resources complaint? As a victim of wrongful termination, you must seek legal advice as soon as possible. A sexual harassment lawyer can help you take action against the Marriott, like filing a lawsuit for monetary compensation.
California Labor Law Employment Attorneys Group is here 24/7 to help with all your questions and concerns. We have a proven track record of recovered settlements on behalf of mistreated workers in California, including those working in the hospitality industry. Reach out to us day or night and learn about your rights during a free, confidential case review.
Sexual Harassment as a Basis for Wrongful Termination
Harassing and offensive behavior in the workplace can happen in various ways, and unfortunately, many of these incidents culminate in loss of employment. Sexual harassment, or sex-based discrimination, is one of the most common forms of illegal treatment in the workplace. Incidents of sexual harassment may be physical, like inappropriate touching, but it can also take place in the form of sexual comments and jokes, or sending the targeted employee sexually explicit content.
In most cases, the worker who is being harassed ends up being fired because they refuse to “play along” with the perpetrator’s wishes. For example, a cleaner at the Marriott hotel may be fired because she repeatedly turned down a supervisor’s request for sexual favors. Another common incident has to do with retaliation after the worker files a formal complaint, like filing a claim with the California Civil Rights Department.
Were you terminated from your position at the Marriott after being sexually harassed? Chances are, these two events are connected, which gives you the right to file a wrongful termination claim. However, this is a complicated process that requires help from an experienced attorney. For a free consultation with our legal team, give us a call at your earliest opportunity.
Laws Prohibiting Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination
In order to go ahead with an employment lawsuit, you must show that your employer violated one or more laws that have to do with your rights. Sexual harassment victims who were unlawfully terminated have protections under federal and state laws, including:
- The U.S. government’s Título VII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles
- The state of California’s Ley de Vivienda y Empleo Justo
These are the two most important laws that prohibit workplace sexual harassment and termination based on discrimination and retaliation. For more information on the laws that apply to your situation, please take some time to speak with a Marriott sexual harassment lawsuit attorney.
Seeking Compensation from the Marriott
What is the right course of action if you sexually harassed and fired by the Marriott without legal justification? You have the choice to file a labor board complaint at the federal or state level. For example, you can file a sexual harassment claim with the federal government’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Alternatively, some people will need to file a claim with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). Deciding which agency to file with can be difficult to figure out on your own, so help from a California employment lawyer is highly recommended.
Once you file the claim, the agency has a certain amount of time to investigate your complaint and provide you with a response. Even if you plan on suing the Marriott for wrongful termination, please be aware that you must submit a claim with the EEOC or DFEH before you can go through the court system.
Filing a Lawsuit for Wrongful Termination Due to Sexual Harassment
So, what happens if your allegations against the Marriott cannot be settled by the EEOC or DFEH? If either agency believes that your case has merit, they will send you a Right to Sue letter. This notice is needed in order to petition the civil court system and proceed with a lawsuit against the Marriott. Working with a wrongful termination lawyer is strongly recommended if you plan on suing for sexual harassment leading to illegal termination. Contact our legal experts today and let us guide you through the process of filing a lawsuit for sexual harassment and other discriminatory conduct by your employer.
¿Puedo recibir una compensación?
Yes, if you are eligible for a lawsuit, you can be compensated for the harm you suffered as a victim of sexual harassment and wrongful termination. What are the damages that you can ask for in a lawsuit against your former employer? The answer is based on numerous factors, like the amount of lost wages and the damage to your mental health and professional reputation. So, you will need to discuss your experience with a labor law violation lawyer in order to determine the compensation you can receive. To give you an idea of what can be obtained from a lawsuit, here are the possible damages:
- Lost wages and other forms of income, like unpaid commissions and overtime
- Compensation to make up for the value of lost work benefits (sick and vacation days, for example)
- Dolor y sufrimiento / angustia emocional
- Daños punitivos
Based on the impact to your health, you may also be eligible for medical expenses. If, for example, you were injured from a sexual assault or attempted assault, you can seek payments for any medical bills and on-going treatments. You may also need psychological counseling to deal with PTSD and other mental health issues stemming from multiple incidents of sexual harassment over an extended period of time.
You can also ask for reinstatement of your job, though going back to the employer you filed a lawsuit against is probably a bad idea. But companies like the Marriott have many locations all over the world, so perhaps reinstatement is a possibility if you are willing to transfer to another location, where you can start fresh with a new group of people.
These are just some of the issues that may be relevant in a sexual harassment case against Marriott Hotels & Resorts. For a detailed discussion with a lawyer specializing in employment rights violation claims, don’t hesitate to give us a call.
How We can Help
Sexual harassment can cause severe psychological harm, along with financial hardship in the event you are fired or suffer other adverse actions by your employer. If the Marriott fired you and you believe their decision is illegal, make sure to seek legal assistance by contacting California Labor Law Employment Attorneys Group.
Wrongful terminations by hotel conglomerates like the Marriott are not uncommon, and these incidents continue because many of the workers stay silent and put up with the abuse. Fighting back and demanding justice helps not just you, but many others who are suffering because of sexual harassment and other toxic behavior. Succeeding in a Marriott Hotels sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit requires legal advice and aggressive representation, which you will find here at California Labor Law Employment Attorneys Group.
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