"Sexual Harassment” is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature particularly when it explicitly or implicitly affects an individual's (male's or female's) employment, as well as when it interferes with an individual's performance in the workplace and/or creates a "hostile" work environment for the individual receiving unwanted sexually motivated attention.  

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Sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal under state and federal laws. The typical procedure for filing a sexual harassment claim or charge is as follows:

1. Write it Down: Make sure to write down the details of the incident, list witnesses, and gather any physical evidence that could help your claim.

2. Review  and familiarize yourself with the  company policies. Your employer should have processes and mechanisms in place that allow you to make a complaint through the human resources department of your company. 

3. Report to Supervisor: If harassment continues, after you have let the individual know the attention is offensive and unwecolmed, you must report 
   to your supervisor. If the harasser is your supervisor, report to someone higher or to the HR department. If the harasser is the highest-ranking individual in the workplace, report to the HR department or any other management personnel.

4. File Complaint with EEOC: The first complaint you need to file is with the EEOC. The agency will investigate your claim and may take action with your employer to provide for your remedy

5. File a Civil Complaint: If the EEOC does not resolve the issue, you may have to file a lawsuit in civil court. This will require you to provide evidence in support of your claim, such as written statements or witness testimony. 

For more information, go to www.eeoc.gov.