Serein Legal Team
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What we see online often plays a key role in breaking the mould of stereotypes. TV Shows have pushed forth in this domain, be it through the Chess masterpiece in the Queen’s Gambit or the Urdu dramedy in Chudails.
Bombay High Court denies PoSH protection to women advocates citing lack of employment relationship. A critical look at the verdict and urgent reforms needed.
- Anti HarassmentAnti Harassment (Asia)
Odisha’s renewed push for stronger PoSH compliance, urges workplaces to adopt visible, apparent and inclusive measures for a safer environment.
- Anti HarassmentAnti Harassment (Asia)
El code-switching disfraza la identidad para encajar. En la inclusión real no se ponen filtros para pertenecer, ser escuchado o sentirse seguro en el trabajo.
- Spanish
Building respect requires challenging behaviour like intrusive "compliments" that objectify colleagues, fostering a truly safe professional environment.
- PoSH
Protecting Internal Committee members from retaliation & pressure is essential for impartial PoSH proceedings & encouraging participation.
- PoSH
Employees with disabilities face unique bullying risks. Tailored training, reasonable adjustments and zero-tolerance policies uphold dignity and rights.
- Anti Harassment
Firms prioritising diversity and inclusion show greater resilience, innovation and stability during economic downturns.
- People and Culture
Local Committees (LCs) provide a district-level redressal mechanism under PoSH for workplaces with fewer than 10 employees or the unorganised sector.
- PoSH
Miss M Bratt’s case shows “banter” can cross the line. Clear conduct codes and leadership modelling are vital to stop unlawful workplace harassment.
- Anti Harassment
Part IV: Landmark judgments shaping PoSH implementation, including employer liability for third-party harassment & compensation benchmarks.
- PoSH
Part III: Critical procedural aspects - handling anonymous complaints, electronic evidence validity & IC's quasi-judicial powers during inquiries.
- PoSH
Part II: Analysing employer obligations beyond IC formation - mandatory training, policy dissemination & annual report compliance mechanisms.
- PoSH
Consent in PoSH: Focus on complainant's expressed unwillingness, not implied permission. Past relationships or silence don't equal ongoing consent.
- PoSH
Character evidence ("he's a family man"/"she's provocative") is inadmissible in PoSH inquiries, which focus solely on incident-specific facts.
- PoSH
IC recommends disciplinary action proportionate to harassment severity. Final implementation rests with the employer, but non-compliance risks legal challenge.
- PoSH
Silence around domestic violence hurts workplaces too. Recognise signs, offer safe support systems & flexible policies to help survivors heal & retain employment.
- Domestic Violence
India's Domestic Violence Act protects both parties in live-in relationships. Understanding this legal recognition is crucial for safety & seeking rightful recourse.
- Domestic Violence
Cinema often sensationalises domestic violence. Responsible storytelling should highlight realities, survivor strength & pathways to support, not perpetuate myths.
- Domestic Violence
Gaslighting is psychological abuse making victims doubt their reality. Recognise manipulation tactics, trust your instincts & seek support to break free from this.
- Domestic Violence
Women have the right to protection orders, residence, monetary relief & legal aid under India's Domestic Violence Act. Knowing these enables survivors to be safe.
- Domestic Violence
Consent & boundaries are key. Domestic violence shatters both. Rebuilding starts with respecting autonomy & recognising coercive control as a violation of rights.
- Domestic Violence