Massage Zen Corp prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct, including but not limited to, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, dating or domestic violence, and sexual harassment. Such conduct violates the community values and principles of our clinic and disrupts the living and working environment.
In furtherance of this policy, Massage Zen Corp has adopted the following standards of conduct for all members of our community – staff, contractors, visitors, guests, volunteers, interns, customers and third parties – with respect to sexual misconduct. These standards apply equally to all regardless of the sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression of any of the individuals involved.
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when:
1) An employment decision affecting that individual is made because the individual submitted to or rejected the unwelcome conduct; or
2) The unwelcome conduct unreasonably interferes with an individual's work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or abusive work environment.
Certain behaviors, such as conditioning promotions, awards, training or other job benefits upon acceptance of unwelcome actions of a sexual nature, are always wrong.
Unwelcome actions such as the following are inappropriate and, depending on the circumstances, may in and of themselves meet the definition of sexual harassment or contribute to a hostile work environment:
- Sexual pranks, or repeated sexual teasing, jokes, or innuendo, in person or via e-mail;
- Verbal abuse of a sexual nature;
- Touching or grabbing of a sexual nature;
- Repeatedly standing too close to or brushing up against a person;
- Repeatedly asking a person to socialize during off-duty hours when the person has said no or has indicated he or she is not interested (supervisors in particular should be careful not to pressure their employees to socialize);
- Giving gifts or leaving objects that are sexually suggestive;
- Repeatedly making sexually suggestive gestures;
- Making or posting sexually demeaning or offensive pictures, cartoons or other materials in the workplace;
- Off-duty, unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that affects the work environment.A victim of sexual harassment can be a man or a woman. The victim can be of the same sex as the harasser. The harasser can be a supervisor, co-worker, or a customer, or a non-employee who has a business relationship with Massage Zen Corp.

If a client is harassing a masseuse to perform sexual favors in New Jersey, several charges could potentially apply based on the nature and severity of the harassment.
It's important to note that the legal landscape can be complex, and the charges may vary depending on the specific circumstances. Possible charges in such a situation could include:
It's essential to report such incidents promptly to law enforcement authorities and, if applicable, to the massage therapy licensing board in New Jersey.
Additionally, massage therapy establishments often have procedures in place to handle such situations.
Victims of harassment should seek support from the police, legal professionals, or relevant agencies to address the situation and protect their rights. Legal advice specific to the circumstances and New Jersey law should be sought for a comprehensive understanding of the charges that may apply in a particular case.
It's important to note that the legal landscape can be complex, and the charges may vary depending on the specific circumstances. Possible charges in such a situation could include:
- Sexual Harassment: Persistent and unwanted requests or advances for sexual favors could lead to charges of sexual harassment, which is a violation of both ethical standards and may have legal consequences.
- Criminal Sexual Contact: If the harassment involves unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature, it may constitute criminal sexual contact, which is a criminal offense in New Jersey.
- Harassment: The client could be charged with harassment if their behavior is found to be offensive, alarming, or seriously annoying, and it reasonably causes the masseuse to feel harassed.
- Prostitution Offenses: If the client is explicitly offering money or other compensation in exchange for sexual services, they could be charged with prostitution-related offenses.
- Extortion: If the harassment involves threats or coercion to force the masseuse into performing sexual acts, it may constitute extortion, which is a criminal offense.
- Stalking: If the client's behavior includes repeated and unwanted attention that causes the masseuse to feel threatened or in fear, it may meet the criteria for stalking charges.
It's essential to report such incidents promptly to law enforcement authorities and, if applicable, to the massage therapy licensing board in New Jersey.
Additionally, massage therapy establishments often have procedures in place to handle such situations.
Victims of harassment should seek support from the police, legal professionals, or relevant agencies to address the situation and protect their rights. Legal advice specific to the circumstances and New Jersey law should be sought for a comprehensive understanding of the charges that may apply in a particular case.