It would be nice to think that any bullying can be left behind after we grow up and leave the schoolyard, but this isn’t always the case. Unfortunately, bullying is an issue which can affect many workplaces and is something which must be dealt with swiftly and severely to prevent undue distress to any employee.
Employment law is a legal area which exists to protect the rights of employees and their workers, including within situations where bullying is a problem.
What Is Covered By Employment Law?
Employment law is a vast area, designed to regulate both employers and employees. It affects every area of work life, including potential bullying. Possible areas include:
- Discrimination due to age
- Discrimination due to gender, sexuality, race, or religion
- Employee grievances
- Wrongful dismissal
- Constructive dismissal
- Sexual harassment
- Exit agreements and severance packages
- Abuses of Human Rights
- Employee contracts
Workplace bullying can take many forms, and should always be dealt with. If you believe you may have a case, it’s worth speaking to an employment lawyer to ensure you have all the facts. They will be able to advise you on the best way to proceed with the case.
These are just a few examples of workplace bullying:
Discrimination
The Human Rights Code guarantees that all employees are entitled to
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