How to deal with work place bullying / harassment ?

Question

I've been working in the same place a LONG time.Anyway, one of the new boss decided they don't like me. They are being rather rude and have no manners "hello" even seems to be a foreign word to them amongst other things. If you've had such issues did it get sorted and don't mention any companies? . I find it odd people can be that s****y and not feel a way about it.

Answer 1

From experience making detailed/dated notes to back up your claims. Speak to HR - but have they been any use? As a whistle-blower I knew why I was getting the treatment.

I stood it for years - colleagues were told not to speak (interrupt) me! The lack of a cordial greeting I would have hardly noticed.

It may sound like throwing the towel in but look for another job is my advice. On two known occasions they blocked this for me. Your case hasn't yet got this bad and life's too short to work with inadequate individuals like this.

Answer 2

It depends on which country you work in as laws are different. In the U.K. it is unlawful to discriminate against somebody at their workplace on grounds of s*x, race, disability, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexuality or age. Unlawful Discrimination can either be direct or indirect.Direct discrimination occurs when an employee is treated less favourably at work because of one of these;. Indirect discrimination occurs where a particular employee cannot meet a requirement that is not justifiable in terms of the work and they are at a disadvantage as a result. If somebody is so discriminated against or harassed at work by his boss he can take legal action against the employer.  

Answer 3

Do this article ring a bell? http://www.law-office.demon.co.uk/art%20... It can also affect people in a position of seniority:

http://www.personneltoday.com/articles/2...

It is very difficult indeed to deal with the situation, as the harder you try to give satisfaction the more they seem to hate your guts for it. You will have to continue to take notes of what is going on and keep those notes at home, out of harm's way. The trouble is, while it makes sense to look around for another job, you cannot even rely on these people to give you a fair reference. You must prepare yourself for the possibility of bringing constructive dismissal proceedings against this employer (unless they take the initiative and find some excuse for sacking you) and one of the bases for any settlement out of court would be an agreed form of reference. I hope that this link may help. http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/R...

Answer 4

I would contact your human resources manager and talk to them about it.  

Answer 5

I worked for a lady that belittled me in from of others when she introduced me. It went on for several months and I needed a job desperately so I couldn't quit. I decided I was going to have a heart to heart talk with her. When I did she was so hurt because she didn't realize what she was doing. We became the best of friends. When she moved to a new job I was the first one that she wanted to go with her. A few years later I did. She'll retire soon and I'll miss her terribly. So Honey I think you should go now and have a good chat with this person. Good luck!!!!!!

Answer 6

there is nothing in policy that people have to greet one another. I would just let it go. As long as he isn't harassing you or treating you unfairly there is nothing you can do. You do have the right to file a grievance. Take it to his supervisor... just follow the chain of command.