Harassment

Tennessee employees spend increasing amounts of work time online. Unfortunately, that means methods of workplace harassment have shifted from in-person to electronic forums, including social media. People who choose to harass their co-workers may use social media either to take…

Cyber harassment is a serious problem, especially when it happens at work. While online harassment is not new to Tennessee workplaces, it is rising as more employers shift to remote work settings. According to a recent Workplace Bullying Institute survey,…

People who experience workplace harassment often suffer from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, diminished self-esteem, and fear. When the harassment comes from a boss or supervisor, employees also feel a tremendous sense of powerlessness. By nature, there is an unequal power…

Laws against workplace discrimination protect employees and provide legal guidance on what to do when an employer breaks the rules. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) considers many factors to determine when violations occur. Understanding the terms used to define…

Workplace bullying is never OK. It’s also against the law in Tennessee. If you are being bullied or harassed by a supervisor or coworker, the Nashville employment attorneys at the Employee and Consumer Law Group can advise you of your…

Are you a victim of verbal harassment at work? If so, you might be wondering if you have the right to take legal action against those responsible for your mistreatment. Here, the Nashville employment lawyers of the Employment and Commerce…

Everyone experiences job stress at some point. But a new study shows bullying from a boss can put you —and everyone you work with — at a greater risk of workplace injury. A survey of airline workers and manufacturing technicians…