Sexual harassment charges are complaints that are brought against an individual by someone who feels they have been sexually harassed. Sexual harassment might include unwanted advances, jokes, touching, gestures, comments or offering of benefits in exchange for sexual favors. The EEOC investigates sexual harassment charges and the victim has the right to seek compensation through a lawsuit. Individuals faced with sexual harassment charges should consider contacting an attorney right away. For those who have experienced sexual harassment at work, a sexual harassment attorney may be able to help. An attorney can go over the fine lines of the Civil Rights Act and help you determine whether it would be possible to win a case in court against your harassers.