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Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
17 hours ago

Report into Durham police raises expert concerns about how service handles mental health, PTSD | CBC News

Durham Regional Police Service reportedly opposed many officers' WSIB PTSD and chronic mental stress claims, raising concerns about delayed mental-health support and a toxic workplace.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Durham regional police's 'poisoned' workplace highlighted in Ontario Civilian Police Commission report | CBC News

Durham Regional Police Service had a toxic workplace: harassment mishandled, management opposed mental-health-seeking officers, investigations biased, and record-keeping shoddy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Vigilante Justice After Customer 'Abuses' Female Employee

So, the other night, we were in a Melbourne McDonald's, this dude comes in. I don't know what he was on, but he goes up to the girl at the desk taking the order. And he said, F-you, you dumb B.' He probably said it like five times, and I was starting to get frustrated. And I was like, Bro. You need to calm down. Like, you know, don't talk to women like that.
World news
#racial-discrimination
fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago
California

Racial Bias Lawsuits against Tesla Moved to Federal Court

Management and staff at Tesla's Fremont factory subjected Black employees to harassment, racial bias, racist language, and deliberately withheld promotions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Board games

Ex-police officer loses discrimination case over snog, marry, avoid' game

Workplace games like 'snog, marry, avoid' can lead to claims of harassment and discrimination.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Dublin Zoo 'vehemently disputes' allegations of sexual harassment of workers and mistreatment leading to deaths of animals

Allegations claim harassment, financial irregularities, and serious animal welfare failures at Dublin Zoo; the zoo vehemently disputes these claims and cites prior investigations.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Dublin Zoo: Allegations of sexual harassment of workers and mistreatment leading to deaths of animals heard by Dail

Serious alleged harassment, financial irregularities, understaffing, and animal welfare failures at the zoo have led to animal deaths and ongoing staff safety concerns.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Demand for services at Toronto's human rights office keeps growing | CBC News

The City of Toronto's human rights office has seen a significant increase in demand over the last five years that showed no signs of slowing down in 2024, according to a new report. The number of inquiries to the office, which serves city employees and residents interacting with municipal services, has increased by 89 per cent since 2019 and went up 32 per cent in 2024, according to the report before the general government committee Thursday. The vast majority of inquiries relate to complaints and accommodation.
Canada news
#gender-discrimination
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Corus defence lawyers question former Q107 radio host on job performance at tribunal | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto

Former 'Derringer in the Morning' co-host takes Q107 parent company to human rights tribunal | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Corus defence lawyers question former Q107 radio host on job performance at tribunal | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto

Former 'Derringer in the Morning' co-host takes Q107 parent company to human rights tribunal | CBC News

Mental health
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of Our Colleagues Abruptly Left the Company. Then Their "Allegations" Began to Pop Up Online.

When a former colleague publicly levels accusations after leaving, colleagues should document incidents, report to HR/law enforcement, maintain boundaries, and prioritize safety and mental-health support.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Trans Royal Mail worker wins payout after harassment from co-workers

She told bosses that she felt singled out, was subjected to name calling, touching and physical assault. The bullying included colleagues "burping" at her and moving her van mirrors in a bid to get her into trouble. She also highlighted that they would stare at her and try to mimic her voice. Cole said at times the harassment led to her feeling "concerned" for her life and "really depressed", and described the Royal Mail investigation as "a shambles".
LGBT
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Oakley City Council to vote on censure of Fuller, calling on him to resign

Oakley Councilmember George Fuller faces censure and a call to resign for alleged bullying and retaliatory actions against city staff following a third-party investigation.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Years Ago, I Had an Office Fling That Went Terribly Wrong. Now He's Back, and I'm Furious.

Avoid publicly confronting a manipulative former coworker; don't expect an apology, enforce firm boundaries, document interactions, and involve HR if behavior continues.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Jennifer Valentyne alleges Corus management failed to act in human rights tribunal case | CBC News

A former Toronto radio show co-host continued her testimony in a human rights tribunal hearing on Tuesday, alleging executives and management at Corus Entertainment failed to take action when concerns with "bullying" and "disrespect" were raised. Jennifer Valentyne, former co-host of Q107's Derringer in the Morning, said executives were receptive to her complaints when issues were raised in 2018 and promised to make changes.
Canada news
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Reshaping Confidentiality: The Changing Landscape of Non-Disclosure Agreements

Planned legal reforms will void NDAs that prevent workers from discussing workplace harassment or discrimination, leaving only narrow, worker-requested confidentiality exceptions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Seven out of 10 women in creative industries experience bullying and harassment, survey finds

Bullying and harassment towards women is still rife within the creative industries, according to a survey that found seven out of 10 of its female workforce had experienced toxic behaviour. The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, said the industry needed to take robust action following the deeply concerning findings. The survey, undertaken by the Bectu union, found that 69% of women in the sector said they had directly experienced workplace bullying and harassment in the past 12 months.
Media industry
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Boss Is a Wealthy Man. Some of His Working Habits Make Me Very Uncomfortable.

Employer nudity in the workplace is inappropriate and should be objected to promptly; silence can undermine future harassment claims.
Law
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Former Heathrow Airport worker wins 44k after sacking over racist video

Heathrow security officer Jose Gomes was found unfairly dismissed after showing a racist video and using offensive racial terms; he may receive £44,000 compensation.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

EasyJet manager sacked after alleged misogynistic comments to female crew

Donations support free, on-the-ground journalism; an employment tribunal ruled an easyJet manager was not unfairly dismissed after allegations of inappropriate, misogynistic comments.
#retaliation
#employment-law
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

What we know about Columbia's $221 million settlement with the Trump administration

Columbia University agrees to $200 million settlement, restoring access to federal funding while committing to tackling antisemitism.
#discrimination
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Social justice

NYC Catholic organization made life hell for maintenance worker who fell from ladder: lawsuit

Former maintenance worker endured severe abuse and discrimination from his boss and colleagues, leading to a federal lawsuit.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | 40-year veteran of Manhattan DA's Office was 'harassed' and demoted while caring for dying parents: suit

The lawsuit highlights discrimination and retaliation against a veteran DA employee for caring for her elderly parents.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | 40-year veteran of Manhattan DA's Office was 'harassed' and demoted while caring for dying parents: suit

US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Divisions on EBMUD grow amid misconduct investigations

An incident involving a community artist and EBMUD Director April Chan has caused division among board members, highlighting issues of bias and workplace violence.
Film
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Breaking Down the Ending of Netflix's Twin-Swapping K-Drama Our Unwritten Seoul

Our Unwritten Seoul explores complex themes of disability, workplace harassment, and grief through a twin swap narrative.
LGBT
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

South east London doctor suspended for homophobic slur about rainbow-lanyard

Dr. Satnam Lidder was suspended for six months due to making homophobic comments and misleading accusations against a colleague.
Black Lives Matter
fromMission Local
5 months ago

S.F. judge accused of sexism, bias against female attorneys won't hear case from his accuser

Judge Braden Woods faces serious accusations of creating a toxic work environment and has been disqualified from hearing cases following complaints from public defenders.
NYC politics
fromNewsNation
5 months ago

Public advocate's ex-staffer claims she was attacked by members of NYPD detail

NYPD reviews allegations of assault against a staffer linked to Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and his security detail.
NYC politics
fromMission Local
6 months ago

SFMTA trial Day 8: 'He's a dick'

The trial reveals deep-seated issues of alleged racism and discrimination within San Francisco's parking enforcement agency, impacting workplace dynamics.
#sexual-assault
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago

London NHS worker awarded 29,000 after being likened to Darth Vader

The employment tribunal ruled that comparing Lorna Rooke to Darth Vader constituted a workplace detriment, affecting her negatively and ultimately contributing to her resignation.
UK news
US news
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Ex-Biden nuclear official who restored Oppenheimer clearance alleges conspiracy to oust him over sex harassment allegations

Frank Rose claims he was forced out due to false sexual harassment accusations amid workplace retaliation.
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