It’s Friday late afternoon, and you’re wrapping up a few work tasks prior to starting the weekend. The last few days have been stressful, and your mind drifts to the evening of relaxation you have planned. Just then, you receive a notice to stop by the Human Resources Department.
“Uh-oh,” you think. “Nothing good ever happens at 5 pm on a Friday.”
You walk to the Human Resources Department as a small pit of anxiety grows in your stomach. Soon you are greeted by the director of the Department, and he ushers you into his office. What comes next feels like it’s happening in slow motion. You hear the words he is saying, but they seem impossible to comprehend.
Your coworker, someone you consider a friend, has made a very serious accusation of sexual harassment against you. The accusation is not only inaccurate; it’s a complete lie.
If you have experienced a similar scenario in which a very serious accusation of sexual harassment has been made against you, you could be facing the possibility of losing both your job and your good reputation. What, though, should you do?
Hire a Sex Crimes Lawyer
While your employer is obligated to investigate the claim and try to do so fairly, they do not have to follow criminal court rules, which means that your personal rights may not be a high priority. Although every case is different and no conclusions should be drawn without a legal consultation to discuss the specifics of your case, it may be best to hire a sex crimes lawyer in Wichita, Kansas.
“During an investigation by an employer, there is not an impartial jury or judge that rules evidence as admissible or inadmissible,” said sex crimes lawyer Jonathan W. McConnell. “Hiring an attorney can help to ensure your rights are protected, including if criminal charges are brought against you or if the accuser seeks legal action through a civil lawsuit.”
After seeking legal counsel, your attorney may decide to: (1) get your side of the story on record, (2) provide your evidence, such as a list of witnesses. If anything you did wrong, like having a consensual sexual relationship that violated a company policy, it could be best to admit the truth and apologize. Whatever the circumstances, a skilled attorney can help you proceed in the best manner possible.
If you are in the Wichita, Kansas, area and have been falsely accused of sexual harassment, the McConnell Law Firm can help. Our team is led by McConnell, the founding attorney, and we have assisted many individuals in similar situations. Let us help you in defending your rights!
Please contact the McConnell Law Firm today for a free consultation.
