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'''Sexual harassment''' is an unwelcome sexual advance made by an [[employer]] or superior, especially when compliance is made a condition of continued [[employment]] or advancement. It is an abuse of [[power]] and should be avoided. Many companies offer mandatory training to teach employees about the dangers of sexual harassment, because current law holds companies legally and financially [[liable]] for sexual harassments performed by its employees.
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'''Sexual harassment''' is an unwelcome sexual advance made by an [[employer]] or superior, especially when compliance is made a condition of continued [[employment]] or advancement (''quid pro quo'' harassment). Courts have also held that a "hostile work environment" can constitute sexual harassment.  It is an abuse of [[power]] and should be avoided. Many companies offer mandatory training to teach employees about the dangers of sexual harassment, because current law holds companies legally and financially [[liable]] for sexual harassment performed by its employees.
    
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