In what year was the "reasonable woman" rule established concerning harassment situations?

The "reasonable woman" rule was established in 1991 as a legal standard used in sexual harassment cases. This standard suggests that the perspective of a reasonable woman should be considered in determining whether behavior constitutes harassment, rather than solely relying on a "reasonable person" standard that may have been applied previously. The adoption of this rule recognizes the importance of understanding that experiences and perceptions of harassment can differ based on gender, thus providing a more equitable framework for evaluating claims of harassment. This shift in focus helped clarify how the experiences of women in the workplace should be assessed, ensuring that their perspectives are included in legal considerations surrounding harassment situations.