Few things you go through at work are likely to be more disheartening than sexual harassment. After all, if you do not feel comfortable at your place of employment, both your job performance and personal life are likely to suffer. Sadly, the nightmare may not end when...
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Retaliation
What can cause hostility in the workplace?
If you work in an environment where you feel unsafe, belittled or unfairly treated, you may wonder whether or not to report your experiences. You should never have to deal with unethical treatment at work, especially if it interferes with your safety and productivity....
Consult an employee handbook if you suspect retaliation
Retaliating against an employee for doing the right thing, like blowing the whistle on illegal behavior, is an action prohibited by federal law. This is why employers and workers may try to mask retaliatory behavior as much as possible. Nonetheless, if you know your...
What are the repercussions of workplace retaliation?
Being the subject of workplace retaliation can have many repercussions on both your personal and professional life. Feeling uncertain about your career because of the irrational and unprofessional conduct of others may cause disinterest that affects your productivity....