Do you feel disgruntled with the way your superiors behave? Or disgusted with your co-workers teasing remarks? There are a number of instances of bullying at the workplace. However, you need to keep the situation in control. In no way should it reach the level of harassment. If it does, it is no longer right to tolerate it. You should take action immediately to ensure no repetition of such action.
Every US state has specific laws pertaining to labor and employment. And it is these set of rules that would be applicable in your case, If you are working in New Jersey, the rules applicable would be of that state only. The question is what to do in case you are facing such harassment at your workplace.
The first step is to contact an experienced employment lawyer practicing in the state. You need to discuss what problems you encounter at your office with him/her. It is best if you can tell your lawyer the date and time the incident occurred along with the details of what exactly happened. A competent lawyer is capable of giving you an unbiased opinion on whether your complaint can serve as the basis of a lawsuit.
If you have tried to approach the individual(s), the supervisor or your employer about the matter and failed, it is necessary to provide your lawyer with these details as well. Competent New Jersey employment lawyers are sure to use this in the court. This is especially useful if you were wrongfully terminated from the job because you complained about the matter.
Be sure to get in touch with a lawyer soon. Each state has a specific time limit to register this type of complaint, and New Jersey has a similar deadline as well. Talk to a legal professional and take a step towards stopping the ‘workplace bully’.