Harassment & Discrimination

Opinion

• Sexual Harassment still part of the employment playground
• Government toughens harassment laws
• $466,000 awarded in damages by AFC in sexual harassment at work
• Employers beware of vicarious liability for discrimination and harassment
• Expected rise in complaints of pregnancy discrimination
• Reporting misconduct - it's time to speak out
• Ten vital steps to handle harassment claims
• No Winners In Sexual Harassment Cases; Education Helps Minimise Risks
• Toxic workplaces and the 'second-hand smoke' effect of racial harassment
• When the right man for the job is a woman

Case Studies

• Investigation used to determine if Anti Discrimination Act was breached when two staff failed to return from maternity leave
• The persistent complainer becomes harasser to management