Employment law help – workplace bullying and harassment

Workplace bullying and harassment – a definition

Workplace bullying and harassment can take many forms; it can be a course of conduct over a period or a one off event. Frequently it takes the form of sexual harassment or homophobic comments but it is not limited to this.There are remedies for workplace bullying and harassment so don’t suffer in silence! We can help you.

How to deal with workplace bullying and harassment

There are a variety of ways of dealing with bullying and harassment in the workplace. Sometimes it will be appropriate to make a formal grievance or to send a formal solicitor’s letter; on other occasions the situation may be so serious that proceedings have to be taken. Either way we can advise you on the remedy that is most appropriate for you.

Compensation for workplace bullying and harassment

In appropriate cases employees can claim compensation for workplace bullying and harassment particularly if the behaviours consists of discrimination. The rules are complex so do ask us for advice.

Time limits for claims for workplace bullying and harassment

The rules here are also complex. If the bullying and harassment amounts to discrimination then a claim must be brought within three months of the date on which the behaviour took place. If it’s not discrimination, different rules apply – ask us for details.