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Hostile Work Environment


A hostile work environment refers to a work atmosphere where employees are subjected to consistent and severe forms of harassment, discrimination, or mistreatment. It can take various forms, including offensive comments, derogatory language, unwanted advances, bullying, or actions that create an intimidating, offensive, or hostile atmosphere that interferes with an individual's ability to perform their job effectively.


Employees who are experiencing a hostile work environment should take certain steps to protect their rights. Documentation, including dates, times, individuals involved, and details of the incidents, is crucial. Reporting the behavior to HR is important. But, if the situation remains unresolved or escalates, call LFECR.


Our experienced employment lawyers will provide guidance on the best course of action to address the hostile work environment.


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What to do if you experience a Hostile Work Environment?

Proving a hostile work environment involves gathering evidence that supports your claim of pervasive harassment or mistreatment. Here are steps to consider:

  1. Document Incidents: Keep a detailed record of all incidents, including dates, times, locations, individuals involved, and descriptions of what happened. Save emails, texts, or any written evidence.
  2. Witnesses: If there were witnesses to the incidents, try to gather their contact information. Their testimonies can strengthen your case.
  3. Consistency and Severity: Show that the behavior was consistent and severe enough to alter the terms and conditions of your employment or create an intimidating, offensive, or hostile environment.
  4. Protected Characteristics: If the harassment is based on a protected characteristic like race, gender, religion, etc., this strengthens your claim.
  5. Impact on Work: Demonstrate how the hostile work environment affected your ability to work, such as decreased productivity, anxiety, or emotional distress.
  6. Comparative Treatment: If possible, provide evidence of different treatment toward you compared to other colleagues.
  7. Company Policies: Gather any policies or guidelines your employer has related to reporting harassment or other incidents.
  8. Reports: Document any reports you made to HR or management regarding the incidents.
  9. Medical Records: If the hostile environment caused emotional or physical distress, medical records can support the impact on your well-being.
  10. Seek Support: Call LFECR immediately. Consulting an employment attorney who specializes in hostile work environments will help you get the legal advice you need and an advocate on your side.


Remember, a hostile work environment can be complex. Consulting LFECR can help you navigate the process effectively and increase your chances of achieving a favorable resolution.


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  • Call LFECR at 844-697-4448 or fill out the form below after hours.
  • We know how difficult it can be to tell your story – especially after you experienced an uncomfortable and oftentimes, traumatic experience. 
  • When you call Lawyers for Employee and Consumer Rights, do not be alarmed if you’ll need to share your story several times with our legal team.
  • You’ll first speak with a Case Evaluator, who is collecting information that they will share with one of our Case Managers and Employment Lawyers.
  • They will verify this information and ask you further questions. We’ll explain the legal process and guide you along the way – as it’s our job to collect as much information we can so we can get you the justice you deserve. Call us today.


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