Verbal aggression in the workplace constitutes hostile or degrading acts directed towards an employee by a supervisor, coworker, or client. These behaviors can create an unsafe and unproductive work environment and should not be tolerated.
According to data from the California Employment Training Panel, in recent years, 30% of workers have been victims of workplace harassment in the Golden State, indicating that there is still much to be done in terms of labor rights.
Therefore, on this occasion, we discuss some actions that can be considered verbal aggression and what to do if you are a victim in your workplace.
What can be considered verbal aggression in the workplace?
Among the most common currently are:
- Insults or offensive language
- Yelling or threats
- Humiliation or mockery
- Sexual harassment
- Discriminatory comments
- Assignment of degrading or impossible tasks
What can you do if you experience or have experienced this offense?
- Stay calm: It is important not to respond to the aggression similarly. Take deep breaths and try to maintain composure.
- Document the incident: Note the date, time, location, individuals involved, and what happened. Save any emails, text messages, or other evidence you have.
- Report the aggression to your supervisor or the Human Resources department. If you do not feel comfortable doing it alone, ask a trusted coworker for help.
- Seek support: If the aggression has emotionally affected you, you can seek psychological or legal assistance.
Remember that there are also electronic resources or websites, such as the California Department of Labor or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, that can provide professional assistance if you have a workplace conflict related to this issue.
On the other hand, if you believe it is necessary to speak with a lawyer or legal firm because your employer is not responding to the case as you wish, do not hesitate to contact us to address your complaint in the best possible way.