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Have YoU BEEN BULLED AT WORK?

Bullying and harassment in the workplace can have serious consequences for both the victim and the employer. It can lead to physical and mental health problems, lost productivity, and a toxic work environment.

If you have been the victim of bullying or harassment at work, you have the right to take legal action.

At Employment Matters, we understand the emotional and physical toll workplace bullying and harassment can take.

Our team of experienced employment law solicitors can help you fight for the justice you deserve and hold your employer accountable for their actions.

If you have been the victim of bullying or harassment in the workplace, don’t suffer in silence.

Contact Employment Matters now for a free consultation, and let us help you get the justice you deserve.

Types of Bullying/ Harassment at WOrk

Bullying and harassment at work can take many forms and affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race, or position. It can occur anywhere, from an office to a construction site to a retail store.

Some common types of bullying and harassment at work include:

Bullying and harassment can have serious consequences for the victim, including physical and mental health problems, lost productivity, and a toxic work environment.

If you are being bullied or harassed at work, you must seek help.

An experienced employment law solicitor can help you understand your rights and options and guide you through making a claim.

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What to Do if You're Getting Bullied at Work

If you are being bullied at work in Ireland, it is important to take action as soon as possible to protect yourself and stop the bullying from continuing.

Here are some steps you can take:

  1. Document the bullying: Keep a record of the incidents of bullying, including the date, time, location, and details of what happened. This will be helpful in building a case if you need to take further action.
  2. Talk to someone you trust: It can be helpful to speak with someone you trust, such as a friend, family member, or coworker, about the bullying you are experiencing. This can provide emotional support and help you feel less isolated.
  3. Consider speaking with your supervisor or HR: If the bullying is coming from a colleague, you may want to try speaking with your supervisor or the HR department about the issue. They may be able to help mediate the situation or take other steps to address the issue.
  4. Seek legal advice: If the bullying continues and you cannot resolve the issue through internal channels, you may want to seek legal advice from a solicitor. A solicitor can advise you on your options and help you take further action if necessary.

 

It is important to remember that you have rights in the workplace and should not have to endure bullying or harassment.

Remedies for bullying at work

Workplace bullying in Ireland is taken very seriously and is illegal. If you are being bullied at work, there are several remedies that you can pursue:

  1. Report the bullying: If you feel you are being bullied at work, the first step is to report it to your employer or HR department. They have a duty of care to ensure that their employees are not subjected to bullying or harassment in the workplace.
  2. Keep a record: Keep a detailed history of the bullying incidents, including the date, time, and what happened. All this information will be helpful if you decide to make a formal complaint.
  3. Use the grievance procedure: If you have reported the bullying and it has not been resolved, you can use your employer’s grievance procedure to make a formal complaint. You should follow the process carefully and seek advice from a trade union representative or a solicitor if necessary.
  4. Mediation: Mediation is a process where an independent third party helps to resolve the conflict between the parties. Your employer may offer mediation as a way to resolve the issue.
  5. Contact the WRC: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can contact the (WRC) Workplace Relations Commission. They will advise you on how to proceed with a formal complaint.
  6. Legal action: If the bullying is severe or has resulted in significant harm, you may wish to pursue legal action against your employer or the person responsible for the bullying.

 

It is important to remember that you are not alone and that remedies are available to address workplace bullying. Seeking support from a trusted friend or family member can also help deal with the emotional impact of bullying.

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How Employment Matters Can Assist You

If you have been the victim of bullying or harassment at work in Ireland, you have the right to take legal action.

At Employment Matters, we understand the emotional and physical toll that workplace bullying and harassment can take, and we are here to help.

Our team of experienced employment law solicitors can assist you with every step of the process, from gathering evidence to negotiating with your employer or taking your case to court if necessary.

To make a successful claim for bullying or harassment at work, you must prove that the behaviour was unwanted and occurred on more than one occasion.

It is also essential to document the incidents as they happen, including the date, time, and any witnesses. Our team can help you gather this evidence and build a strong case to support your claim.

We will work closely with you to understand the full extent of the bullying or harassment you have experienced and how it has impacted your life.

We will then use this information to negotiate with your employer or take your case to court if necessary.

We aim to get you the justice and compensation you deserve, so you can move on with your life and return to a positive and healthy work environment.

Bullying/Harassment FAQs:

Workplace harassment violates your dignity and creates a degrading, humiliating or offensive environment for you. Examples of workplace harassment include verbal harassment, derogatory comments and written harassment. 

You need evidence to prove your workplace harassment case. If you experience harassment, you should document everything. If a coworker or employer makes an offensive remark to you, then you should write down what was said, when and if anyone was there at the time.

Firstly you should gather evidence of workplace bullying. Read up on your employer’s policy and how they deal with it internally. Next, get advice from someone such as a colleague, trade union representative, or manager. You should also try to resolve the issue informally.

Firstly report any bullying in the workplace to your manager. Your employer’s policy should also outline its guidelines on bullying.

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Then, if you do and you want to pursue it, we’ll help guide you through the complex process of making that claim.

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That said, you only have a limited time to lodge your complaint to the WRC or Labour Court, so act fast.

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