When North Carolina employees come to work each day, they have the right to assume that they will be able to do their jobs in an environment that is free from certain types of behaviors from others. Harassment of a sexual nature is unacceptable in any type of...
employment law
Victims of hostile work environments have rights
When a North Carolina employee goes to work, that individual the right to do his or her job without fear of illegal or inappropriate treatment. Unfortunately, there are times when someone may get stuck in a hostile work environment, and it may seem like a daunting...
Identifying sexual harassment in the workplace
North Carolina employees have the right to work in an environment free from different types of mistreatment or harassment. Unfortunately, sexual harassment is a problem in many workplaces, and victims are often reluctant to reach out because they are unsure if what...
How can you protect your interests if someone is harassing you?
When you go to work, you have the right to do your job without fear of mistreatment of any kind. If you experience harassment, you know that you could have the right to speak out about what you are going through, but you may not be certain what you should do next. It...
Preventing harassment in North Carolina workplaces
You have the right to work in an environment that is free from certain types of treatment, such as discrimination or harassment. If you experience this in your workplace, you may feel uncertain of what to do next or how you can make it stop. You have the right to...
The proper course of action for victims of harassment at work
Victims of harassment are often too intimidated to speak out about what is happening to them, or they may feel ashamed, scared, embarrassment or uncertain of what to do next. No one should have to suffer from this type of treatment in silence, and victims have the...
Signs that what you’re experiencing is harassment
Every North Carolina employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from harassment and inappropriate treatment. When you go to work, you should not experience harassment of any kind, and if you do, you have the right to speak out about it. If you...
Recognizing age discrimination in a North Caroline workplace
Individuals of all ages have the right to a workplace that is free from harassment and other types of unfair treatment. Unfortunately, older workers sometimes experience challenges in the workplace, possibly experiencing discrimination based on their age. This, like...
An employee’s right to a fair severance agreement
When terminated by an employer, an employee may receive the offer of a financial settlement that will allow both parties to walk away from the relationship on satisfactory terms. A severance agreement is a common tool used by North Carolina employers for those leaving...
What can you do if you witness harassment in the workplace?
Every North Carolina employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. While you may not experience harassment yourself, it is in your interests to know what to do if you witness it taking place at your work. You may...