Effective January 1, 2025, California's SB 428 legislation enables employers to seek injunctive relief against harassment causing emotional distress, without needing a credible threat of violence. Responding to concerns about workplace safety and employee well-being, the law allows action against behaviors that seriously alarm or annoy individuals and lack legitimate purpose. The update aims to improve workplace environments by recognizing the damaging impact of harassment, even in the absence of physical threats. Employers are encouraged to update policies and training to align with these expanded protections and support anonymous reporting for employees.
Employers in California can now seek injunctive relief for harassment behavior that causes emotional distress, expanding protections beyond just credible threats of violence.
SB 428 enables employers to address harassment incidents that do not involve violence but still affect workplace safety, signaling a significant shift in workplace protection laws.
The new law encourages employers to update personnel policies and training to help promote safer work environments amidst rising concerns about harassment.
Employees can now report harassment anonymously, further supporting a safer workplace culture free from fear of retaliation.
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