Reference no: EM13310878
Research paper on Sexual Harassment
Questions to answer in your paper:
(Include each question in a heading of your paper - and in this order.)
1. Define sexual harassment as the term is used legally.
2. Explain how sexual harassment differs from gender discrimination.
3. Provide the legal definition of "quid pro quo" (also known as "vicarious liability") sexual harassment. Provide one example of a behavior which could be found to be quid pro quo sexual harassment.
4. Provide the legal definition of hostile environment sexual harassment. Provide one example of a behavior which could be found to be hostile environment sexual harassment.
5. List the factors which contribute to a determination of whether behavior is sexual harassment.
6. Define the standard by which "unreasonable" behavior is determined.
7. Explain what situations are considered "severe or pervasive" and why these terms are important.
8. Give the main legal reason why every company should have a valid written policy against sexual harassment (besides the fact it is the "right" thing to do.)
Cases to discuss in your paper:
Pick ONE of the following four cases to discuss in your paper. In your discussion, state the following:
A. The facts of the case (briefly!)
B. The issue in the case (i.e. what was the court asked to review?)
C. The decision of the court
D. Whether you agree or disagree with the courts decision - and why.
Cases to choose from are:
I. Faragher v City of Boca Raton 524 US 775 (1998)
II. Burlington Industries, Inc. v Ellerth 524 US 742 (1998)
III. Meritor Savings Bank v. Vinson 477 US 57 (1986)
IV. Oncale v. Sundowner Offshore Services 523 US 75 (1998)
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