미국의 직장 내 괴롭힘의 규율 현황과 입법 논의

Workplace bullying is a severe and pervasive problem in the United State. U.S. anti-discrimination law requires the organizations treat employees with cares for age, sex, age, and other traits, it is practically difficult to regulate bullying behaviors. In 2004 Prof. Yamada proposed Healthy Workplace Bill to protec temployees from bullying behaviors which are not regulated under the existing statutes and to provide realistic remedies to the victims. Despite the controversial debates over the pros and cons of this Bill, it brought nation-wide awareness of the issue and led enactment in California. Furthermore, synthetic movement has been made with relevent policies and labor unions. This thesis hopefully help for Korean society to recognize practical details in the issues and to proceed relevant enactment.