Q: What can I do in this situation as I do not know the ins and outs to H&R when I first started working for my job
Everyone was nice then I started receiving attitudes people were pretending to be my manager bossing me around like a manager other employees I told my supervisor they told me to feel free to tell her about it anytime after that I had the team lead do it too but all of sudden I started receiving text messages from fake numbers I complained to my supervisor and the person over everyone they said some of they other employees were receiving them to after that I became sick I told them it feel like as they did not care I was giving a doctors note but I’m new and i did not want to lose my job so I still came in so I had a nose bleed yesterday I ask
My supervisor can I take a second and have a break they said yes but I notice the team the assistant manager the boss always typing a lot whenever I make them aware I know nothing about the ins or outs to HR my rights as an employee so would I ever be able to find out anything if someone is reporting me to H&r what is the process of finding out
A:
In California, employees have the right to a safe and respectful workplace, free from harassment and bullying. If you're experiencing issues at work, such as receiving attitudes from colleagues or being harassed through text messages, it's important to report these incidents formally to Human Resources (HR). HR departments are there to handle such matters and ensure that workplace policies are enforced, including investigating complaints and taking appropriate action.
When you report a concern to HR, the process typically involves a formal investigation, where HR will gather information about the incidents, including speaking with involved parties and any witnesses. This is to ensure a fair and thorough understanding of the situation. You have the right to be informed about the progress and outcome of the investigation, within the bounds of privacy laws and company policy.
If you're concerned about retaliation or your rights being violated, California law protects employees who report workplace issues from retaliation by their employer. If you feel your concerns are not being adequately addressed by your employer, you may also consider seeking advice from an external organization, such as the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), which can provide guidance and, if necessary, intervene in cases of workplace harassment or discrimination.
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