Bullying & Harassment
British workers have been reported to have the highest stress levels in Europe. National statistics have shown that one third of workers reported significant levels of stress. Stress may be the result of exposure to the demands of the job which can arise from an accumulation of events or from a single one.
Harassment can take many different forms from being bullied to unwanted sexual approaches or being called racist or sexist names. Harassment in the workplace can be devastating for the victim. It is our experience that many employees often endure bullying or harassment unaware of the protections afforded to them by the law.
Long term harassment may lead to stress related illnesses and which may give rise to a claim against the employer. Sexual and racial harassment may also be criminal offenses and would support a claim for constructive dismissal in employment law. Continuous exposure to stressful workplace circumstances may lead to a successful award of damages against the employer.
We work for you to ensure that you are protected from harassment and have vast experience of handling harassment and stress claims. We ensure a prompt, responsive and sympathetic service.
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