Did you know that a staggering 32% of American workers face workplace harassment, with supervisors being the perpetrators 55% of the time? It’s time to shatter the silence surrounding this critical issue! In this powerful episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the pervasive problem of workplace harassment, exposing the various forms of abusive behaviors that create a hostile work environment. From subtle discrimination to overt bullying, Mark lays bare the realities that many employees endure daily.
Mark emphasizes the crucial importance of documentation in combating workplace harassment. He advises listeners to keep detailed records of incidents, report them internally, and seek medical help if their mental or physical health is impacted. Understanding your rights is essential, and Mark encourages everyone to consult an employment attorney before making any significant decisions, like resigning or signing agreements. This episode is a call to action for all employees to take proactive steps against workplace bullying and harassment.
As we navigate the complexities of employment law, Mark highlights the importance of employee rights and the need for effective employee advocacy. Whether you’re dealing with sexual harassment, discrimination based on race, gender, or age, or facing retaliation for standing up against a toxic work culture, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to empower you. Don’t let workplace harassment define your career or your life. Instead, arm yourself with knowledge, assert your rights, and refuse to suffer in silence.
Mark concludes by inviting listeners to reach out for legal assistance if they’re facing harassment, emphasizing that help is available. He also urges you to leave a review of the podcast to help spread the word and support others in similar situations. With the Employee Survival Guide®, you can learn to navigate workplace policies, understand your employment rights, and develop the skills needed to thrive in your career. Tune in now to discover how to reclaim your work life and advocate for yourself in the face of adversity!
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Transcript:
Speaker #0
Hey, it’s Mark here and welcome to the next edition of the Employee Survival Guide, where I tell you, as always, what your employer does definitely not want you to know about and a lot more.
Speaker #1
Hey, it’s Mark and welcome back to the next edition of the Employee Survival Guide, where I tell you, as always, what your employer does not want you to know about and a lot more because, you know, I can. Today’s topic, workplace. harassment. It isn’t just sexual jokes, folks. It’s repeated abusive conduct that creates a hostile work environment. It’s screaming, humiliation, sabotage, constant criticism, exclusion. 32% of American workers experience it. Supervisors are the bullies 55% of the time. And here’s the dirty secret. It’s… just not tied to protecting class, race, gender, age, disability, etc. Many courts say it’s still legal. What can you do? Well, number one, you can document every single incident with dates, times, you’ve got words, witnesses. So you build a record for yourself. Do it offline. Don’t do it on a work computer, of course. You all know that right now because employers, well, it’s not your computer device if you are using your employers and they own it. So do things on a separate computer. Number two, report it internally in writing, following the company policy. A lot of companies have code of conducts, but few people know how to use them. So use them. Report bullying to the employer. This creates a paper trail for you if you need it at a later point in time. See a doctor if your mental or physical health is suffering because of the workplace harassment. You can have anxiety, depression, panic attacks. That’s all evidence. you’re building also a basis for potential. disability discrimination claim as well. So you want to basically document your physical and mental health issues resulting from the workplace harassment. Before, talk to an employee side attorney like myself, an employment attorney, before you resign or sign anything. Maybe you need to ask for accommodations because the workplace harassment has gotten to the point where you need an accommodation and your employer is just getting over the top. We use accommodations to block employer behavior. It’s a very smart tool to use. You may have claims for intentional infliction of emotional distress or constructive discharge, even if it’s not the classic harassment. So things you can do to build cases that become cases. Never suffer in silence thinking it’s not bad enough. And I’ve heard this for 30 years nearly. People do suffer and they let it get worse and worse. There’s no need to let your employer and their co-workers, you know, injure your health. I really have to… emphasize that. You can control things and you can put a stop to bad behavior. Don’t let it get to the point where you yourself are having a mental nervous condition that’s caused by your work environment you’re experiencing. And 62% of bully workers will lose their jobs and they can prove it. If you’re dealing with workplace harassment right now in Connecticut or New York, call us, contact capclaw.com. And as always, thank you for letting us be of service to you.
Speaker #0
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