Delaware Sexual Harassment Law

What are the different types of sexual harassment as defined by Delaware law?
Verbal harassment consists of verbal comments that are sexual in nature Physical harassment, in relation to sexual harassment, is when a victim is touched...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 2:53 PM
What are the Delaware requirements of distributing a Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy?
Information sheet: The Department of Labor shall create an information sheet on sexual harassment that the Department shall make available to employers. The...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 2:55 PM
What are the minimum standards for a Sexual Harassment Prevention policy in Delaware?
The minimum Sexual Harassment Prevention policy should:  Prohibit sexual harassment Provide examples of prohibited conduct that would constitute unlawful...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 2:57 PM
What are the Delaware requirements for Sexual Harassment Prevention Training?
Training requirements for an employer having 50 or more employees in Delaware are as follows: An employer shall provide interactive training and education...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:02 PM
How can supervisors in Delaware maintain a safe and pleasant environment for your employees?
Lead by example. By sticking to a code of conduct for yourself, you will prove to be a leader in keeping your workplace free of harassment and hostility. ...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:08 PM
What should you do if you witness improper workplace conduct in Delaware?
If you witness any improper conduct in the workplace, it is important to express that type of behavior is inappropriate.  Failure to do so can lead to crea...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:10 PM
What is Delaware's policy on Retaliation?
It is a violation of the law for an employer to take action against you because you oppose or speak out against sexual harassment in the workplace. The Dela...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:10 PM
How can sexual harassment be reported in Delaware?
Any employee who believes s/he has been the victim of sexual harassment has a right to file a complaint. The reporting procedure is as follows: Immediatel...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:12 PM
What are supervisors’ and managers’ responsibilities in Delaware?
All supervisors and managers who receive a complaint or information about suspected sexual harassment, observe what may be sexually harassing behavior, or f...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:13 PM
How are sexual harassment complaints investigated in Delaware?
If charges are determined to be valid, the parties will be informed that the applicable Division Director, Cabinet Secretary or Agency Head will take actio...
Tue, 19 Nov, 2019 at 3:19 PM