In today’s episode we focus on the important topic that is often part of HR investigations: a hostile work environment. In this episode, we examine:
- The definition of hostile work environment harassment
- How hostile work environment is different from workplace bullying
- A review of protected characteristics under federal law
- Why there isn’t any longer management “off the record” conversations regarding harassment in the workplace
- The employers’ defense to claims of hostile work environment harassment
- Current and emerging legislation regarding abusive conduct in the workplace
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- Check out Natalie's book ‘How to Conduct Internal Investigations: A Practical Guide for Human Resource Professionals’ here: https://tinyurl.com/y39s7n77
