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Physical Assault At Work In Wayne
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Physical abuse in the workplace is any form of physical violence or harm inflicted upon an employee by another person in the workplace. This can include things like hitting, pushing, shoving, or even throwing objects. Physical abuse can also include the use of weapons or the threat of violence.
Call 911 and other appropriate emergency contacts (such as Federal Protective Service) for that particular facility, particularly if the situation requires immediate medical and/or law enforcement personnel. Remain Calm and Contact supervisor. Secure your personal safety first. Leave the area if your safety is at risk.
The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) investigates and enforces laws related to workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in the state. Under the DFEH you may only have one (1) year to file a claim based on workplace harassment.
Yes. California permits victims of an assault to sue the person who assaulted them, whether they are co-workers or not. In some cases, the person who committed the assault may be the only one liable.
See your employer's work-related violence policy, which may offer guidance and any specific processes you should follow. If there is no policy where you work, report the incident to your manager and record it on your organisation's incident reporting system. You should also keep a record for yourself.
If you are the person who assaulted another employee in a violent incident at work, you could be looking at criminal charges in addition to any civil legal action that might take place. Your actions could also lead to your termination from the company, and you may be blacklisted from other employers in the future.
To address physical abuse, you should seek help and guidance from a trusted friend, family member, or members of a professional organization for victims of such acts. You also should work with a therapist to overcome your trauma.
It is important to be assertive but also respectful and calm. If the person causing the abuse is your supervisor, you might also consider talking to a supervisor or human resources representative. Document the abuse: Keep a record of the incidents of abuse, including the date, time, and what was said or done.
You should take legal action through a criminal trial and then file a civil lawsuit for personal injury, lost wages, and punitive damages. It is the responsibility of employers to provide their workers with a safe work environment.
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