Harassment: Arizona
Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.
Author: Paige A. Martin and Daniel Press, Kutak Rock LLP
Summary
- The Arizona Civil Rights Act prohibits sexual harassment as well as harassment based on an employee's membership in a protected class See Harassment Under the Arizona Civil Rights Act.
- There is no individual liability under the Arizona Civil Rights Act. See Individual Liability Under Arizona Civil Rights Act.
- Although not required, it is advisable for employers to conduct harassment training. See Sexual Harassment Training.
- Localities including Phoenix and Tucson have requirements pertaining to harassment prevention. See Local Requirements.