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Is sexual harassment explicitly prohibited in the workplace?

Are both sexual behavior-based and sex-based harassment explicitly prohibited in the workplace?

What sexual behaviors are legally defined as sexual harassment?

Is sexual harassment by coworkers legally prohibited?

Is sexual harassment by customers legally prohibited?

Is sexual harassment by contractors or third parties legally prohibited?

Does legislation explicitly prohibit work-related sexual harassment that happens outside of the workplace?

Do sexual harassment prohibitions cover job seekers?

Do sexual harassment prohibitions cover interns, apprentices, or employees in training?

Are employers required to take steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?

Can employers be held legally responsible for sexual harassment at work?

What types of retaliation are prohibited for reporting sexual harassment at work?

Is retaliation prohibited for participating in workplace investigations of sexual harassment?

Is there a prohibition of workplace sexual harassment based on sexual orientation?

Is there a prohibition of workplace sexual harassment based on gender identity?

Is there a prohibition of workplace sexual harassment based on gender expression?

Is there a prohibition of workplace sexual harassment based on sex characteristics?