Hostile work environments

If you make yourself aware of your company's policies and become familiar with what constitutes workplace harassment and hostile work environments, you decrease your chances of being involved in such a messy situation. Be smart and sensible before you place a label on a situation. Know that there are several steps to identifying these activities, especially in a court of law. Contact your local representative first before the EEOC. Ask for help internally before you bring in the federal government. If you still cannot resolve a workplace issue with the help of your employer, learn about the process on how to file a charge with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Before you decide to leave a bad situation, (also known as quitting a job), know that there are more rights for you as an employee as opposed to an ex-employee. Protect your rights and don't become a participant or a victim of inappropriate workplace harassment or hostile work environments. Stand up and be heard!