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We have a comprehensive
harassment policy.

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It's all in the handbooks.
They hear about it at orientation.

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I'm not really sure why
I need to babysit

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when everyone knows
right from wrong.

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It's all written down. So, we
can't be held liable, can we?

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Simply having a comprehensive policy
does not protect you and your company

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in discriminatory harassment cases.

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Yes, you'll have to have a policy,
but it also has to be enforced.

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As a manager or supervisor,
you have a responsibility

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to make sure your
employees are aware of,

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understand, and comply
with the policy.

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You also have a responsibility to stop
any violations you find out about.

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Another thing to keep
in mind is that you personally

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could be sued for
failing to take action.

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For instance, in some states,

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if you knew or should have known about
harassment happening in your area,

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your employer may not
represent you in court.

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In other words,
you're on your own.

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You have to find a lawyer; you have
to pay the legal fees and any fines.

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The organization can essentially
just walk away from the whole mess.

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That's why it's always important
to follow procedures

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and enforce company
policy when it comes to cases

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of discriminatory harassment