A "hostile work environment" exists when an employee is subjected to sexual or lude comments , offensive sexual materials, or unwelcome physical contact or advances as a regular part of their workday.

A single incident will not be considered hostile environment harassment unless it is extremely outrageous and flagrant miscounduct.

The courts look to see whether the conduct is both serious and frequent.

Supervisors, managers, co-workers, and even customers can be responsible for creating a hostile environment.