Sexual Assault

Georgia recognizes that sexual assault is a crime. O.C.G.A. Section 16-6-5.1 specifically recognizes that sexual assault by “persons with supervisory or disciplinary authority” over another is a felony. People with disciplinary authority include teachers, principals, assistant principals or other school administrators. Sexual assault by an employee of a juvenile justice probation office of a probationer…

Georgia employers and employees must be aware of the risks of sexual harassment at company holiday parties, especially when those events also involve the availability of alcoholic beverages. Sexual assault, however, is an entirely different issue. If you were sexually assaulted at a work event like a holiday party, you have legal options. Contact Buckley…