1300 861 131 Bullying & Harassment
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If you are experiencing bullying or harassment at work, you have rights and options. We can help you navigate the process and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
Workplace bullying is repeated, unreasonable behaviour directed towards a worker or group of workers that creates a risk to health and safety. It can include:
- Verbal abuse
- Putting someone down
- Spreading rumours
- Deliberately excluding someone
- Unreasonable work demands
Importantly, bullying does not need to be physical – it can also be psychological. Behaviours involving unwanted physical contact or damage to property may also constitute criminal offenses. If you experience any such behaviour, you should consider speaking to an employment lawyer.
Your Rights
Workplace bullying may be covered by:
- Discrimination law
- General protections under the Fair Work Act 2009
- Unfair dismissal law
- Employment contract law and enterprise agreements
- Occupational health and safety law
An expert employment lawyer can explain your options and rights if you have experienced workplace bullying.
What to do
If you are being bullied at work, here are some steps you can take:
Document Everything
Keep a detailed diary of all incidents of discriminatory treatment, including dates, times, witnesses, and what happened.
Know Your Employer’s Policies
Familiarise yourself with your employer's policies and procedures for reporting discrimination.
Report the Discrimination
Report the discrimination to your employer and follow their internal complaint process
Engage Your Union
Contact your union representative if you are a member.
Seek Legal Advice
Seek legal advice from our employment lawyers to understand your rights and options.
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