Every employee deserves to feel respected and safe at work. However, for victims of harassment, the workplace becomes a source of stress, fear and humiliation. Whether you are dealing with a problematic coworker, a demanding boss or a company culture that tolerates...
With many workplaces shifting to a hybrid setup – where you spend some of your working hours in a week in the office and the rest of the time working from home – holding virtual meetings and communicating with colleagues through digital channels have become the norm....
Experiencing sexual harassment is a violation of your dignity and safety at work. It can leave you feeling isolated, angry and unsure of what to do next. Understand that you are not alone, and you can explore healthy coping mechanisms to help you heal and regain...
Workplace discrimination can create a hostile work environment for North Carolina employees. Discrimination based on a worker’s disability can affect that person significantly and hinder their ability to perform their job. By creating a more inclusive environment for...
You might have a coworker that you don’t get along well with at all. Perhaps you noticed a personality clash the first time you met. You hate working with this person, and you often have a headache afterward. While this type of situation is far from desirable, it does...
When a North Carolina employer receives a report of sexual harassment, the first step is to begin an investigation into the alleged incident. Investigating these issues promptly can help prevent legal issues for the company. The person who investigates the allegations...
North Carolina workers have the right to feel safe in the workplace. This includes being free from concerns about sexual harassment. Some individuals may be under the impression that sexual harassment only involves physical touching, but this isn’t true. Non-physical...
It can be disheartening and overwhelming to experience any type of mistreatment at your place of work. Whether it is harassment, discrimination or another type of illegal behavior that you encounter, you do not have to remain silent. You have the right to report...
When an employee is on the clock, he or she has the right to do his or her job in an environment that is free from harassment or different types of mistreatment. Unfortunately, some employees do experience harassment, which can have a significant effect on mental...
Your North Carolina employer may hire and fire people at will. However, your employer cannot single you out because of a specific characteristic and discriminate against you because of it. For example, your employer cannot deny you a promotion available to all workers...
