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Working online gives people many advantages. Many workers find that they are more productive as they work around their own schedule, can save money by not driving to an office space and have an overall better daily outlook. However, working online does not stop one...
When someone reports that they’ve been sexually harassed at work, it may not be something that just happened. There’s often a bit of a delay. It may have happened weeks ago, but there are also cases where it has been months or even years since the event in question....
No one should ever have to experience sexual harassment, especially in the workplace. Unfortunately, it happens more often than it should. While filing a sexual harassment complaint can seem daunting, it is a way to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions....
If you are a female employee who has suffered sexual harassment, then you might see climbing the career ladder as a way to escape it. You might assume that as you gain status and power fewer people will dare to act inappropriately toward you. Unfortunately, this is...
In today’s digital age, social media plays a significant role in one's daily life, including interactions in professional settings. In Ohio, the influence of social media on workplace dynamics is significant. It serves as a platform where harassment can occur. On the...
Congratulations on your offer of employment! Stepping into a new job with better pay and greater responsibilities is a significant milestone in your career. Before accepting the position, though, be sure the workplace you are considering spending your time in will not...
Sexual orientation harassment is a serious issue that can take many forms. Name-calling, offensive comments or jokes, homophobic slurs, unwelcome touching or sexual gestures are not acceptable behaviors in the workplace or at school. Federal and state laws prohibit...
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center reported that 38% of women and 14% of men have reported sexual harassment at work. Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can take many forms, some of which are not always obvious. While overt actions...
Verbal abuse in the workplace is an alarming issue that affects employees across various industries. Such abuse can take many forms, including name-calling, shouting, belittling and intimidation. While verbal abuse will not leave physical scars, the emotional and...
For many employees, taking vacations is an effective means to save themselves from burnout. Though days off are not mandatory in Ohio, many employers provide their employees with this benefit under certain circumstances. Unfortunately, for some reason or another, some...