WORKPLACE SEXUAL HARRASSMENT, VIOLENCE AND WRONGFUL TERMINATION

A Major Problem for Large and Small Employers

In today's sizable and diverse workforce, people from all walks of life interact with one another in the course of thee workday. Employers can no longer be sure that employment practices of their employees will not involve them, and even threaten the future of their business.

Awards in the millions of dollars are quite common today and the whole area of Employment Practices Liability has become a new source of revenue for plaintiff attorneys. How can your business be sure that you are protected against these potential liabilities?

• Strict employment policies can protect employers, if they are in place and vigorously enforced.
• Reported incidents should he taken seriously and investigated, Appropriate action should be taken to resolve.
• Employer's Loss Control Program should include information that states the company's policy regarding employee-related issues and that encourages employees to report violations.
• Employers should consider purchasing Employment Practice Liability Insurance that provides coverage as well as assistance in implementing solid loss control procedures.

Arm Insurance Agency represents insurance companies that specialize in providing EPLI coverage, and offer solid loss control support to the employer. Please complete our Employment Practices Liability Application and we will provide you with an indication of coverage and price for this coverage...WITH NO OBLIGATION.