Category Archives: Sexual Harassment

RA 7877, The Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995 calls for a ‘demand, request or requirement of a sexual favor.’ But it is not necessary that the demand, request, or requirement of a sexual favor be articulated in a categorical oral or written statement. It may be discerned, with equal certitude, from the acts of the offender.”

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Erineus

The formal charge, while not specifically mentioning RA 7877, The Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, imputes on the petitioner acts covered and penalized by said law.  Contrary to the argument of petitioner, the demand of a sexual favor need not … Continue reading →

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The elements of sexual harassment

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Erineus

“A mere casual buss on the cheek is not a sexual conduct or favor and does not fall within the purview of sexual harassment under R.A. No. 7877.  Section 3 (a) thereof provides, to wit: ‘Sec. 3. Work, Education or … Continue reading →

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