harassment

Harassment, hassling and harmful communications-what are the crimes and legislation in Ireland?

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There has been quite a lot of deserved focus lately on the use of social media in the hassling, bullying, harassing of others. A campaign was launched in the last few weeks by the victims of stalking to have it made a specific offence. It is unlikely to succeed as it is thought to be … Read more

A Dignity at Work Policy-How Irish Employers Can Protect Themselves against Claims of Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Harassment

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Bullying, harassment, and sexual harassment claims by employees against employers can be costly affairs. While there is no express statutory legal obligation on employers to have policies covering bullying, harassment, and sexual harassment the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Employment Equality Acts together with the common law create indirect obligations … Read more