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Sexual Harassment Claim Defense

Supporting Employers with Clear, Compliant Legal Guidance

Sexual Harassment Claim Defense

Supporting Employers with Clear, Compliant Legal Guidance

Practical Legal Support When Allegations Arise

Sexual harassment claims can affect your organization’s reputation, workplace culture, and operations. At the Law Office of Bhavleen Sabharwal, P.C., we provide employers and corporate leadership with responsive legal support designed to address these matters with discretion and clarity.

Whether you’re managing an internal complaint, responding to a government inquiry, or facing litigation, we work to align your response with legal requirements and organizational policies.

Sexual Harassment Defense for New York Employers

When responding to a sexual harassment complaint, it’s important to have a legal advisor who understands both the regulatory framework and the realities of the workplace.

Attorney Bhavleen Sabharwal has over a decade of experience advising employers and management on workplace matters involving harassment allegations. Her approach emphasizes early issue assessment, risk awareness, and procedural integrity.

We collaborate with HR teams, in-house counsel, and insurers to help employers address complaints, navigate investigations, and manage risk in alignment with applicable laws and internal practices.

Sexual Harassment Defense for New York Employers

When responding to a sexual harassment complaint, it’s important to have a legal advisor who understands both the regulatory framework and the realities of the workplace.

Attorney Bhavleen Sabharwal has over a decade of experience advising employers and management on workplace matters involving harassment allegations. Her approach emphasizes early issue assessment, risk awareness, and procedural integrity.

We collaborate with HR teams, in-house counsel, and insurers to help employers address complaints, navigate investigations, and manage risk in alignment with applicable laws and internal practices.

Sexual Harassment Defense for New York Employers

When responding to a sexual harassment complaint, it’s important to have a legal advisor who understands both the regulatory framework and the realities of the workplace.

Attorney Bhavleen Sabharwal has over a decade of experience advising employers and management on workplace matters involving harassment allegations. Her approach emphasizes early issue assessment, risk awareness, and procedural integrity.

We collaborate with HR teams, in-house counsel, and insurers to help employers address complaints, navigate investigations, and manage risk in alignment with applicable laws and internal practices.

Legal Insights on Harassment Response

Understanding Employee Concerns Before They Escalate

In this short video, Attorney Bhavleen Sabharwal shares general observations on how unaddressed employee concerns—especially around workplace safety, discrimination, and emotional wellbeing—can contribute to internal dissatisfaction and external legal action.

While the video does not provide legal advice, it highlights an important dynamic: when employees feel unheard, complaints may escalate beyond internal resolution. Creating a culture where concerns are acknowledged early can reduce the risk of legal exposure and strengthen workplace morale.

If you’re unsure how to align your policies or response protocols with current expectations, legal review may help.

Legal Insights on Harassment Response

Understanding Employee Concerns Before They Escalate

In this short video, Attorney Bhavleen Sabharwal shares general observations on how unaddressed employee concerns—especially around workplace safety, discrimination, and emotional wellbeing—can contribute to internal dissatisfaction and external legal action.

While the video does not provide legal advice, it highlights an important dynamic: when employees feel unheard, complaints may escalate beyond internal resolution. Creating a culture where concerns are acknowledged early can reduce the risk of legal exposure and strengthen workplace morale.

If you’re unsure how to align your policies or response protocols with current expectations, legal review may help.

Sexual Harassment Defense Services

Legal Support Throughout the Process

Types of Workplace Harassment Allegations

We assist with claims involving hostile work environment, quid pro quo allegations, and third-party conduct under applicable federal and state standards.

Internal Complaint Response & Investigations

We support employers in responding to complaints, documenting their process, and identifying appropriate next steps.

Defense During
Legal Proceedings

We represent employers during agency investigations, mediation, arbitration, and litigation related to harassment claims.

Policy Review &
Preventative Measures

We help review, revise, and align anti-harassment policies with legal standards and support implementation through training and 
documentation.

Need help with a harassment-related claim or investigation?

Avoiding Legal Missteps in Harassment Investigations

Responding to sexual harassment allegations requires speed, sensitivity, and legal precision. These common missteps can escalate exposure and damage credibility:

Avoid legal missteps

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if an employee accuses someone of harassment?

Take the complaint seriously and consult legal counsel. A timely, well-documented response is essential.

Can an employer be held liable even if they didn’t know about the harassment?

Yes. Employers may be held responsible for failing to prevent or correct harassment, particularly if policies and training were not in place.

How can we reduce exposure during an investigation?
Avoid retaliatory actions, maintain documentation, and ensure privileged communications are properly handled.
What are common missteps employers make?
Delayed action, inconsistent process, and failure to document appropriately are frequent concerns that may increase legal risk.

Take the Next Step
with Confidence

Timely and informed action can help protect your workplace.

Our consultation process helps employers understand the situation, identify potential risks, and determine next steps consistent with applicable laws and internal protocols.

Guidance for Complex Harassment Situations

Certain matters require additional support—especially when internal processes intersect with regulatory, reputational, or organizational concerns.

We assist with:

The BSABLAW Approach

Responsive. Practical.
Aligned with Legal Requirements.

The BSABLAW
Approach

Responsive. Practical.

Aligned with Legal
Requirements.

Experience with Workplace Matters

We bring over a decade of focused experience in employment law, including compliance, internal investigations, and policy review 
for employers navigating sensitive workplace issues.

Clear, Candid Legal Guidance

We communicate legal risk and recommended next steps in a direct, practical manner—tailored to your organization’s structure, needs, and internal protocols.

Confidential and Collaborative Process

We maintain discretion at every stage and partner closely with HR, in-house counsel, and leadership to ensure aligned, legally sound strategies that reflect your 
workplace culture.

About to Sign a Separation Agreement?
Read This Before You Sign

About to Sign a Separation Agreement?
Read This Before You Sign

While our primary focus is employer-side representation, we selectively work with individuals in matters involving severance, discrimination, or retaliation particularly where clarity around legal rights is needed.

Download Our Employee Resource

"5 Clauses to Watch For in Your Separation Agreement"

Understand the legal and financial terms in your severance agreement before you sign.
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