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Sexual harassment is a significant issue that can interfere with a worker’s ability to perform the tasks required of his or her position, as well as result in significant emotional damage. While sexual harassment pervades virtually every industry, statistically some industries report higher rates of sexual harassment and assault complaints than others. If you work in a high-risk industry, learn where to…

In the Digital Age, it has become more difficult to prevent criminal sexual activity that is perpetrated through electronic means. Thanks to modern technology, it is possible to send anyone – including strangers – unsolicited sexually explicit content. An emerging trend in this criminal sector is “cyberflashing”: the act of sending someone unsolicited nude photos or obscene images. What Is Cyberflashing? Cyberflashing…

Sexual harassment is an issue that can plague any worker in Kansas – either male or female. Men may be victims of sexual harassment statistically less often than women, but that does not mean they are safe from this type of wrongdoing in the workplace. If you experience sexual harassment at work as a man, you may need an attorney to help…

Survivors of childhood sexual abuse have won a small victory in Kansas as lawmakers have agreed to lengthen the deadline for filing a civil lawsuit, known as the statute of limitations, from 3 years to 13 years. This change has been pushed for by survivors of childhood sexual assault in Kansas for many years. Find out what this new law means for…

There are two primary types of workplace sexual harassment: hostile work environment and quid pro quo. Both can be distressing and damaging to your mental health, physical well-being and career. If you believe you are a victim of quid pro quo sexual harassment at work in Kansas, you have rights. Explore them with assistance from an experienced Kansas workplace sexual harassment attorney….

Sexual abuse is a terrible crime that victimizes thousands of children in the U.S. According to Missouri Kids First, about 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused before they turn 18. Doctors, coaches, teachers, friends of the family and even family members can all be guilty of sexually abusing a minor. While no child is immune to the possibility of sexual…

Incest is illegal in all 50 states, including Kansas. The reason behind laws that prohibit incest is that sexual relations between two people who are too closely genetically related to each other can result in birth defects and genetic disorders. In Kansas, incest is considered a criminal offense that is punishable with fines and imprisonment. If you or a loved one is…

If you become the victim of a sex crime in Kansas or Missouri, reporting the crime can have many benefits. It could lead to the perpetrator being taken into custody and held accountable. This can give you a measure of justice, as well as potentially protect others from becoming victims of the same perpetrator. The decision to report a sex crime to…

Indecent exposure means to illegally expose one’s genitals to others in a public place, often for the purpose of offending victims or for sexual gratification. The laws against indecent exposure vary from state to state. In Missouri, indecent exposure is a sex crime that can come with serious penalties, especially if children are involved. Missouri’s Indecent Exposure Laws Missouri law does not…

“Sexting,” or sending and receiving sexually explicit text messages, has become common in the digital age. If someone sends you an unsolicited sext message, however, he or she has broken the law in Kansas. It is also against the law to circulate sexually explicit content to others without the subject’s permission or consent. As a victim of a violated sexting law in…