Workplace Harassment

Many of us have had at least a few experiences with the playground bully. This would have been worse for some than others. What’s not in dispute is that the impacts of bullying can last a lifetime.  Unfortunately, bullying behavior does not end with adulthood, and it...

Most people think that workplace sexual harassment can only occur in the workplace – or at least while at a work event. If a colleague gets grabby at an impromptu Happy Hour gathering or the head of another department insists on dancing with you at a co-worker’s...

Sexual harassment can happen in virtually any work environment, whether you’re sitting in an office or you’re working remotely from home. It’s an unfortunate reality for many men and women that they have to be exposed to this kind of harassment from their employers,...

The law prohibits employers from discriminating against their employees or prospective employees based on their protected class. Meaning your employer cannot discriminate against you based on your gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability status or nation...

If you’ve been paying attention to the news about Activision Blizzard, a company that has produced popular video games like Overwatch and World of Warcraft you may have heard that the company is facing a lawsuit that alleges that it promotes a toxic work environment...

One of the harder aspects of addressing and reducing sexual harassment at work is how difficult it can be to explain. Sexual harassment involves the perception of the person victimized more than the intent of those engaging in abusive behavior. People often worry that...