Employment Law Bullying And Harassment

Bullying and Harassment

Suffering from bullying or harassment at work is extremely stressful and can affect not only your work and career prospects, but also have an impact on your health and your personal life. All employees have a right not to be subjected to words or conduct which they consider unwelcome and regard as offensive on the grounds of their sex or marital status, disability, race or ethnic origin, hours worked, trade union membership, sexual orientation, religion and belief, or age. Even where inappropriate conduct takes place outside the employer’s premises, it may still be regarded as harassment if it is connected to work, for example at an office party.

If you believe you have been the victim of bullying and/or harassment then we can help. Our dedicated employment solicitors have many years’ experience of representing clients in similar circumstances and can help you find a solution. No matter how complex your case, we will give you practical advice and help to ensure that your interests are protected.

If you would like to talk in confidence to one of our experienced solicitors or have any questions about bullying and harassment then please call us on 03702 188 990 or email us at [email protected].

In the meantime you may be interested to know:

In a recent case, an employee brought a successful claim for harassment and bullying against their employer under the Prevention of Harassment Act. The case established that an employer may be vicariously liable for the acts of its employees. This case was brought in the civil courts. Unlike discrimination law in the Employment Tribunal, an employer is not able to rely on a defence that they took all reasonable steps to prevent the harassment occurring and the employee was able to recover their legal costs. Click here to read about the case in more detail.