Description
Allegations of harassment or workplace discrimination can be deeply damaging to any organization. These issues arise when an employer engages in, tolerates, or fails to address a work environment that is hostile, intimidating, or offensive. Harassment includes any unwelcome conduct that disrupts an employee’s ability to perform their job or creates a toxic workplace atmosphere.
Workplace harassment remains a significant and ongoing concern for many of our employer clients. As an employment law practitioner, staying current on evolving legal standards and advising clients on policy updates and risk mitigation strategies is essential. Join our expert faculty for a practical, solutions-oriented program designed to equip you with the tools to help employer clients recognize, prevent, and respond to workplace harassment effectively.
Program agenda:
> Understanding Workplace Harassment
- What constitutes illegal workplace harassment?
- Types of workplace harassment
- Statutory basis for harassment claims
- When is an employer legally liable?
> Managerial Conduct and Employer Liability
- Managerial harassment and tangible employment actions
- Duties and responsibilities of employers, managers, and supervisors
> Harassment Identification and Prevention
- Harassment identification and early warning signs
- Prevention through clear policies and well-drafted employee handbooks
- Prevention through effective, up-to-date training
> Investigation and Response
- Best practices for conducting workplace investigations
- Policies and procedures that reflect the realities of today’s workplace
Bonus: Examples of policy language included in the course materials
This program is for employment lawyers and in-house counsel who help employers with workplace harassment claims and prevention.