The impact of harassment, sexual harassment, and workplace violence can be devastating to an individual’s career and personal life. The right of employees to work in a safe and healthy workplace free of harassment, sexual harassment and violence is enshrined in law. Individuals who experience harassment, sexual harassment, and workplace violence have access to multiple legal avenues if they choose to pursue a claim. Workplace violence is defined as the threat or exercise of physical force by a person against a worker, in a workplace, that causes or could cause physical injury to the worker. Workplace harassment is defined as engaging in a course of vexatious comment or conduct against a worker, in a workplace. This behaviour that is known or ought reasonably to be known to be unwelcome.
Wray James LLP takes pride in having established a reputation as a leader in dealing with the rights of employees involving harassment, sexual harassment, and workplace violence matters. The lawyers at Wray James LLP have accumulated years of experience dealing with complex cases in this evolving area of law. We remain at the forefront of legal developments, offering our clients industry-leading expertise and knowledge in the form of accurate and strategic advice formulated to achieve the best results for our clients. The lawyers at Wray James LLP provide advice and representation to both employees and employers in bringing or resolving claims involving harassment, sexual harassment, and workplace violence.
A key piece of legislation in this area is Bill 190, which amended the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Employment Standards Act, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. One key amendment was that the definition of harassment now includes protection against virtual harassment and virtual sexual harassment.
At Wray James LLP, we help our clients navigate these legal requirements with clarity and confidence, offering our clients with expert legal guidance, and strong representation to achieve their goals.
We invite you to contact one of our experienced workplace lawyers to discuss your needs today.