Workers can find themselves in a difficult position when they witness or become aware of other employees exhibiting potentially threatening behavior. This raises questions such as what harassment is, whether to report it, and if so, to whom? Employers have an obligation to employees to prevent harm from happening and to foster a place of employment free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Employees should feel they can report worrisome behavior that should be investigated, but often fear retaliation. Harassment at work and other forms of mistreatment, such as discrimination or threats of violence are very serious issues that employers must properly address, investigate, and correct. Contacting a law firm or consulting with a lawyer can help workers better understand their rights, protections, and laws against discrimination. The article below details one Kansas City employment law attorney’s insight on the topic and a description of a Jackson County case involving violence at a work site and how it could have been prevented. If you are experiencing similar mistreatment on the job, please consider contacting the Bullman Law Firm today.
Link: http://www.kansascity.com/news/business/article86848547.html
Source: Diane Stafford; From The Kansas City Star
