2006-07-24 22:55:04 · 16 answers · asked by David H 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It does depend on what your employer is doing. There are certain actions and behaviours that would be viewed by a tribunal as bullying and harassment, something which is not allowed under employment law. If your employer's behaviour leads you to have thoughts of leaving your job, that would be viewed as constructive dismissal, something which tribunals frown upon.
If you fall into a diverse group - for example, if you suspect you are being singled out because you do not conform to the norm (i.e. you are disabled, racially different, have different sexual orientation or religious beliefs, are older than most of your peers or you fall into a minority gender group) you need to speak to someone about your rights. In the meantime, I urge you to document every instance of unfair behaviour that you endure at the hands of your employer.
If none of the above applies, try googling 'employment legislation, behaviours' and see what comes up. Then talk to your employer. Tell them how their actions make you feel. If they continue, put it in writing and also make reference to the relevant section of employment law. Any employer with sense will not ignore what you are saying...and if they do, your next step may well be an employment tribunal...
2006-07-24 23:12:12 · answer #1 · answered by Hallber 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No employer is allowed to treat employees badly, be it physical or verbally. What you will need to do is keep a record of events - who said what, the date and time, what instigated the comment or action. If you are in a Union it may be worth getting your representative to do some background legal work or if not go to the CIB who will give impartial advice and if required get you a free meeting with the duty solicitor. Unless you are provoking these problems you are in the right but proof will be required. It may be that redundancies are in the offering and after 25 years your pay-off would be large so but harassment you leave and saves them money.
2006-07-24 23:03:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds a bit like a company that is not being entirely honest with its workforce! Could be having difficulties and needs to reduce the number of employees-but is trying to do it without paying due redundancy. If they have a problem with your work (surely not after 20 years) ask that it be put on paper. (it has to be done anyway in proper proceedure) If it is personal complain verbally (with somebody YOU trust present), if it persists complain in writing-keep a copy.(send recorded delivery so it cannot be "lost") Do not provoke-keep your head down. Good luck!
2006-07-25 02:04:09 · answer #3 · answered by mactheboat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can only get away with it if you let them. The problem is proving your case. Do they do it in front of people or in private?
Request an interview and state your case to your employer.
Find out what´s behind the abuse, perhaps it´s insecurity on your emloyers part, and he just needs someone to take it out on.
Don´t just take it. Bullying in the workplace is becoming too common.
My boss tried it with me and when I stood up to him it all changed.
If you want tell me more and I´ll try and help from experience of being an employee and an employer.
2006-07-24 23:06:56 · answer #4 · answered by Peter R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know but this is really sad. I am sorry to hear about a company treating someone mean after 20 years. Best of luck.
2006-07-24 23:48:06 · answer #5 · answered by rosey224 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. as long as they are not breaking any discrimination laws they can treat you like dog dirt. remember the law tend to side with the employer because of the relationship between business and politics. your best course of action is to keep an accurate diary of things said, done, unfairtreatment etc with times and dates, sooner or later he will overstep the mark. have you spoken to you union rep? does he treat everyone bad or just you? remember his logic is that you are easily replacable and if you don't like it you can fock off.
2006-07-24 23:05:34 · answer #6 · answered by onapizzadiet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES My father in law worked for his company for over 45 yrs. They treated him and the rest of the employees like S*H*I*T. They closed down in less than 30 days!!! No warning no nothing!!!
2006-07-24 23:03:36 · answer #7 · answered by jennifersuem 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as it's not illegal. There are many misconceptions that many thing are illegal that are in fact not. There is, after a undefined definite period, that there is a covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Yelling is not illegal. Insults are not illegal. Workplace violence is illegal. Discrimination, due to a protected class, is illegal. Sexual harassment is illegal. Lowering you wages, before you work, is illegal (in Ca.).
You would have to be more specific with facts to get a more definitive answer.
2006-07-25 02:35:29 · answer #8 · answered by joe916 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After you worked for him for 20 years he should be a lot more nicer to you and appreciative. Wondering if he's been doing it for 20 years also. contact a lawyer and see what you can do about it.
2006-07-24 22:58:48 · answer #9 · answered by nastaany1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on which country you live in but in most European countries there are laws to protect you. So if I was you, I'd document whatever it is the guy is doing to upset you, and I'd inform myself on my options with either your trade union if you have one or an advice bureau specialised in the matter.
2006-07-24 23:11:35 · answer #10 · answered by Littlegreydevil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋