Many employees describe their workplace as “toxic” or say they have a “mean boss,” but not every unpleasant job rises to the level of a legally actionable hostile work environment. Understanding the difference is important, especially if you are trying to decide...
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Workplace Harassment
Bullying at work isn’t actionable, but other conduct is
Workplace bullying can make an individual’s work environment feel stressful, hostile and even unbearable. However, under current federal and most state employment laws, bullying alone—no matter how unpleasant or unfair—typically is not legally actionable. With that...
Do employers have a responsibility to stop online harassment?
People have more ways to connect with one another than ever before – for better or worse. Sometimes workplace harassment and discrimination extend beyond the actual work environment and even off-site work events. There’s been a growing issue with people sexually...
How companies can reduce workplace harassment
Rhode Island employers are required to provide a work environment that is free of sexual or other types of harassment. However, this doesn't mean that you won't hear crude jokes or be passed over for a promotion based solely on your gender. Fortunately, there are many...
Walmart faces sexual harassment claims
Rhode Island workers from all industries deserve to be treated with respect. Although sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination are illegal, some still experience it. Recently, Walmart was hit with charges due to this very issue. Walmart sued for sexual...
Harassment remains a serious problem for federal employees
Hard-working adults in Rhode Island go to their jobs each day to earn a living. Unfortunately, some employees work in places where workplace harassment is the norm. Many work-related harassment claims are coming from people employed by the federal government....
Toxic workplaces and mental health
There are state and federal guidelines in place that protect Rhode Island residents from dealing with incivility in the workplace. Unfortunately, multiple studies indicate that the amount of incivility in the workplace is on the rise. Toxic workplaces create a litany...