COMM 315 Lecture 2: comm 315 OC
31 Jul 2016
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Submission to the behavior is a condition of employment; Behavior is a basis for decisions affecting employee; Environment is abusive, hostile, and intimidating towards women; 2087 c. c. q. protect the health, safety and dignity of employee; Liable if employer knew or should have known of the harassment; : employers fully liable for actions of employees in the performance of their duties; Even when the offending employee violates policy, procedure, instructions or the law; Victims must hire attorney and sue in the civil courts; Vexatious behavior; conduct, verbal comments, actions or gestures; 123. 15: reinstatement, retroactive salary, take action to stop harassment, punitive & moral damages, indemnity for termination, pay for therapy, modification of employee record; Employers and managers need to be aware of the legislation and the consequences. The employer and managers must practice prevention in order to limit exposure and liability.
