To prove sexual harassment, it is necessary to show that the harassment had tangible consequences such as demotion or termination.

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In Burlington Industries v. Ellerth, the employee accused her supervisor of quid pro quo harassment. She said her boss propositioned and threatened her with demotion if she did not respond. He did not carry out the threats, and she was promoted. Therefore, in quid pro quo cases it is not necessary for the employee to suffer a tangible job action (such as a demotion)to win the case.

To Prove Sexual Harassment, It Is Necessary to Show That