Two Key Words to Use When Reporting Bullying or Harassment

If you are being bullied or harassed at work, there are two key words you should include in any correspondence with your employer.

Hi, my name is Doug Lipsky, and I am an employment lawyer.

If you are experiencing bullying or harassment at work, you should report it. When you do, it is important to use the words severe and pervasive in your communication.

These are important legal thresholds in workplace harassment claims.

When your employer sees those words, it should trigger certain legal obligations for them to investigate and take action.

If the employer fails to act after being notified, they may be creating additional liability for themselves.

So remember the two key words: severe and pervasive.

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