How Do You Report Workplace Harassment, Slander & Bullying?
Workplace harassment, slander and bullying may be illegal under the terms of civil rights legislation such as Title VII, The Americans with Disabilities Act or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, if the slander or harassment occurs as a result of your race, gender, sex, religion or age. In other circumstances, criminal laws may apply if the bullying rises to the level of assault. Generally, your employer will also have policies against such behavior as well. Thus, if you are the victim or observer of bullying, slander or harassment, you should report the incidents. Document the behavior. When possible, it is best to keep a detailed record or log of any improper behavior that you observe. This can help the proper authorities to take action or, if you decide to sue, can help you to build your case. You should be very specific in what you write down and make sure you write down all the instances of improper behavior. For example, if a coworker calls you a name on Monday morning, the
