In light of #MeToo many employers are examining their workplace relationship policies, and some are definitely more useful than others, a workplace lawyer says.
A union group plans to use the upcoming national inquiry into s-xual harassment to call for legislative changes that place stronger prevention obligations on employers.
Social media campaigns in the wake of the Harvey Weinstein allegations are empowering women to speak up about workplace s-xual harassment, but employers are unlikely to face an influx of claims, a legal specialist says.
All employers should consider putting in place a workplace s-xual harassment prevention plan, even though such plans are only expressly prescribed in one jurisdiction, according to a risk management expert.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
