Conn College And Yale To Share Grants To Help Prevent Violence Against Women Sep 26, 2009
Police have charged a co-worker in the slaying, which the New Haven police chief characterized as workplace violence. Connecticut College will use $299,277 to weave expanded sexual-assault awareness and prevention programs into the campus culture, said spokeswoman Amy Martin. (FOX61, CT)
When the spotlight isn't shining Sep 26, 2009
"It is important to note that this is not about urban crime, university crime, domestic crime but an issue of workplace violence, which is becoming a growing concern around the country," Lewis said ... The motive may have been workplace strife, but it's nonetheless murder -- a horrible, senseless murder that should not be diminished with a politically correct phrase such as "workplace violence." ... post office before committing suicide, the police didn't deem it "workplace violence," which it... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Workplace Violence Sep 22, 2009
Workplace Horror Stories: Yale and Beyond. By ALICE GOMSTYN ABC NEWS Business UnitSept. (ABC News -- Business)
Your Career: Killing shines light on workplace violence Sep 21, 2009
Yale case shines light on workplace violence ... The killing of Yale student Annie Le has shined a spotlight on the issue of workplace violence after police arrested a colleague at the lab where she worked and charged him with murder ... It is important to note that this is not about urban crime, university crime, domestic crime, but an issue of workplace violence, which is becoming a growing concern around the country, said New Haven, Conn. (MSNBC -- Business)
Was Annie Le Killed Because She Was 'Brilliant'?Criminologist says "relative deprivation" might explain Yale strangling death. Sep 21, 2009
Since his , Clark has not entered a plea and neither he nor his lawyers have not spoken, but police say evidence is mounting against the suspect in what they are calling a case of workplace violence. Some friends told ABCNews. (ABC News)
The Yale Killing: How Common Is Work Violence? Sep 20, 2009
The Yale Killing: How Common Is Workplace Violence ... The Sept. 8 killing of Yale graduate student Annie Le, just days before she was to be married, was another harrowing instance of what authorities called "workplace violence." ... "This is not about urban crime, university crime, domestic crime," said New Haven police chief James Lewis on Sept. 17, after authorities arrested Le's co-worker, "but an issue of workplace violence, a growing concern around the country.". (Time.com)
Lab tech charged with Yale student's murder Sep 19, 2009
At a news conference Thursday, New Haven Police Chief James Lewis called Le's death a case of workplace violence ... "It is important to note that this is not about urban crime, university crime, domestic crime but an issue of workplace violence, which is becoming a growing concern around the country," Lewis said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Expert: Motive in Yale Murder Not Needed Sep 19, 2009
Investigators have described Le's death as a result of "workplace violence," but the murder is not what we traditionally think of when we think of in such cases. "Workplace violence is ordinarily a disgruntled employee who has been fired, comes back with a gun and starts shooting, goes after a supervisor in particular," Bloom said. (CBS News)
Click to read:Report: Yale Suspect Tried to Hide Blood Sep 19, 2009
New Haven Police Chief James Lewis has called Le's death a case of workplace violence ... The issue here may indeed be one of workplace violence, brought on by a loack of civility and responisbility in the workplace. (CBS News)
A Widow Finds Strength in Her Faith Sep 18, 2009
Is workplace violence a genuine concern. Jessica Grose|September 17, 2009. (Slate)
Yale worker charged with murder Sep 18, 2009
He called the killing "an issue of workplace violence" ... FROM OTHER NEWS SITES Yale murder shocks USA - 44 mins ago Chief: Yale slaying an instance of 'workplace violence' - 50 mins ago Worker charged in Yale killing - 2 hrs ago Police Say Yale Murder A Case Of Workplace Violence - 7 hrs ago Lab tech charged with Yale student's murder - 15 hrs ago. (BBC News -- Americas)
Yale murder shocks USA Sep 18, 2009
New Haven Police Chief James Lewis told journalists that the murder highlighted the issue of workplace violence, something he called "a growing concern around the country". "We have to really educate ourselves about who we work with and how we deal with each other," he said. (iAfrica.com)
Yale worker accused in death Sep 18, 2009
At a news conference Thursday, New Haven Police Chief James Lewis called Le's death a case of workplace violence. He would not elaborate except to say reports that the two had a romantic relationship were untrue. (Albany Times Union)
The Annie Le Murder Defies Preconceptions Sep 18, 2009
We're all conditioned to think of sex crimes, instead of workplace violence ... Perhaps with all the attention that Le's death is getting from the mainstream media, workplace violence against women will start to rate attention in the same way sexual assault and domestic violence do ... Is workplace violence a genuine concern. (Slate)
Ray Clark Sent to Max Security Jail to Await Trial For Murder of Annie LeClark was brought into the court in chains, his bail set at $3 million. Sep 18, 2009
"This is not about urban crime, university crime, or campus crime. It's about workplace violence, a growing concern across the country," he said. Yale University President Richard C. Levin released a statement that said in part, "Mr. Clark has been a lab technician at Yale since December 2004. His supervisor reports that nothing in the history of his employment at the university gave an indication that his involvement in such a crime might be possible.". (ABC News)
Fine, Call Me An Elitist Sep 18, 2009
Let's not start praising mediocrity for its mediocrity. Friday, September 18, 2009. (Slate)
Startup helps companies be prepared for disasters Sep 5, 2009
has developed a Web-based workforce preparedness service designed to prepare businesses and their employees for more than 200 threats, including tornadoes, workplace violence, pandemics and terrorist strikes. The two-year-old firm, backed by veteran tech investor , raised the financing in a round led by Fulcrum Ventures, an Atlanta private equity firm focused on emerging-growth companies. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
What's the Point? Aug 22, 2009
The most boring presentation I was ever required to sit through was on workplace violence, of all things. The presenters (there were three) took turns standing up and reading their slides to us, having already distributed print-outs. (BBC News -- UK)
Connecticut Businesses Are Urged To Plan For Swine Flu Outbreak Aug 21, 2009
By JOSH KOVNER The Hartford Courant. activated its pandemic response plan four months ago, has stockpiled face masks, and has given employees antiseptic gels and posters on personal hygiene practices in anticipation of a possible outbreak this fall. (FOX61, CT)
Baron Center, Transforming Organizations & Changing Lives Aug 20, 2009
Known for pioneering workplace violence prevention programs, BCI is a San Diego-based consulting firm that offers a variety of behaviorally-focused consulting and training services designed to promote peaceful and productive workplaces. With special expertise in behavioral interventions and threat assessment, BCI also focuses on leadership coaching, organizational values and culture assessments and strategic human resources management. (PR Newswire)
Arizona psychiatrist explores why people abuse animals Aug 14, 2009
He has testified and consulted in a number of jurisdictions throughout the U.S., participating in cases involving serial rape, sexual harassment, murder-for-hire, psychiatric autopsy, impaired professionals, domestic homicide, psychiatric malpractice, workplace violence, school violence, sexual homicide, stalking, spree murder, infanticide and mass murder. He also consults for law enforcement agencies about interviewing strategies. (FOX 11, AZ)
More than half of ER nurses have been assaulted on job Aug 5, 2009
Providing access to medical care and follow-up counseling for emergency department staff who are victims of workplace violence. HEALTH UPDATES ON TWITTER. (USA Today)
Why the Uighurs Feel Left Out of China's Boom Jul 15, 2009
The nature of the original unrest, over an incident of workplace violence, offers clues to the depth of the Uighurs' feeling of economic discontent. The 800 Uighurs at the toy factory in the Guangdong city of Shaoguan were part of a government program to send minority workers to the coast. (Time.com)
Grant County WA coroner arrested Jul 3, 2009
"But this is an incident of workplace violence and we have to protect the employees.". Turley said Henson is on paid leave for her protection and reportedly left the county. (Longview Daily News, WA)
18th Annual Institute for Crisis Management Crisis Report Released Jun 2, 2009
Workplace violence was up the least by 18 ... plus terrible natural disasters around the world, added to a significant increase in financial damages, hostile takeovers, business failures, workplace violence, casualty accidents in the workplace and even an increase in the number of environmental issues that drew public attention. (PR Newswire)
Business in brief May 19, 2009
June 15-16: Northwest Workplace Violence Conference. Time: 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Location: Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Blvd, Portland. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
NIH grant helps Cambridge-based company prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome May 17, 2009
Federal projects underway are Managing Environmental Risks in Pregnancy (Phase II), All Babies Cry Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome (Fast Track, Phases I and II), Workplace Violence Training for Nurses (Phase II), and Youth Violence Prevention Training (Phase I). Vida has received more than 100 awards for its programs. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Alleged killer's father: Army 'broke him' May 13, 2009
He said suicide or homicide are more likely to occur when a troubled person has easy access to weapons and characterized Monday's shooting as an example of workplace violence. "If they can figure out how to prevent someone whose guns are taken away from so quickly getting another, lives will be saved, including lives that would otherwise be lost to suicide," Miller said. (USA Today)
A right to keep a gun in the car May 6, 2009
Overturning employers' weapons bans could set the stage for deadly workplace violence, said House Minority Leader David Lujan of Phoenix. "This bill allows incredibly easy access to a firearm.". (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Ariz. bill would bar gun bans for parked vehicles May 5, 2009
A Democratic leader opposing the bill said overturning employers' weapons bans could set the stage for deadly workplace violence. The bill is awaiting consideration by the Arizona House. (AZCentral -- News)
Business NOtes (May 4) May 5, 2009
June 15-16: Northwest Workplace Violence Conference. Time: 8a. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Security in tough times Apr 28, 2009
While there does tend to be more workplace violence during recessions, the statistics vary, he says ... Ontario has been very slow, says Glenn French, president of the Canadian Initiative on Workplace Violence. (Globe and Mail)
Workplace violence: An ounce of prevention Apr 28, 2009
However, the extent of workplace violence involving co-workers in all types of work settings, including those more traditionally though falsely considered safe, such as professional firms, is alarming. Simply put, workplace violence is a clear and present danger faced by everyone who has a job and goes to work ... Furthermore, in these difficult economic times of widespread job loss and financial insecurity combined with substantial cutbacks in the availability of public services including, in... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
One-third of nurses abused by patients: report Apr 16, 2009
At Toronto East General Hospital, the administration has taken steps to reduce workplace violence by introducing the Vocera communication system, providing every staff member with a lightweight clip-on device ... From a nurse's perspective, Ms. Bard said technical gadgets like Vocera are one way to address the problem but they don't change what's at the root of workplace violence ... Ms. Bard wants the government to repeat the nurses survey so that comparative data on the issue of workplace... (Globe and Mail -- National)
Manny Tau, Psy.D. Promoted to Service Area Leader for the Problematic Behaviors Service Area at Baron Center, Inc Apr 11, 2009
Dr. Tau is an expert in assessing threats to an organization and active threat management, and has been extensively used as a workplace violence and threat management consultant for many recognized federal, state, county, city, and private organizations nationwide ... Known for pioneering workplace violence prevention programs, BCI is a San Diego-based consulting firm that offers a variety of behaviorally-focused consulting and training services designed to promote peaceful and productive... (PR Newswire)
Atlantic universities get $7.9-million for research Apr 7, 2009
Professor Kevin Kelloway is studying effective workplace leadership and what can be done to predict and prevent workplace violence and aggression. Meanwhile, Dalhousie University will get $5. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Wakefield-based Edgewater Technology CEO to speak at Womens Economic Summit Apr 3, 2009
During this time, her company experienced one of the most horrific workplace violence incidents in US history and lost seven of its employees to a disgruntled employee. Sheets said, Needless to say, this tragedy had a tremendous impact on Singleton s company, reputation, and her ability to sell its services to clients and prospects. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Shootings, murder-suicide raise broader question: Is violence linked to recession? Apr 1, 2009
The recession in the early 1990s "saw a dramatic increase in workplace violence committed by vengeful ex-workers who decided to come back and get even with their boss and their co-workers through the barrel of an AK-47," Mr. Levin says. And in the midst of this downturn, one study released Monday in Florida finds a link between domestic violence and economic tragedies like job loss and foreclosures. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
275 comment(s) Mar 25, 2009
mythbusterz wrote on Mar 24, 2009 10:56 PM:" For Brad, I'm sure he feels embarassed at what has happened between being arrested and the damage caused to 86D's habitat. I hope he has some family and friends that are supportive of him because none of us are perfect. If I were in his shoes, I couldn't tell you what I would or would not do. I hope he gets the drinking and driving under control that concerns me more than anything else. As far as the comments on if this hapened to GPC property or... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Detecting Potentially Violent Behavior in the Workplace Mar 24, 2009
Workplace violence costs businesses in excess of $50 billion annually. Nearly 2 million employees per year are victims of workplace violence, including homicides, harassment, threats and attacks ... Workplace violence is defined as any action that may threaten the safety of an employee, impact an employee's physical or psychological well-being, or cause damage to company property. (PR Newswire)
Random screenings resume at airport gates Mar 20, 2009
Support in cases involving workplace violence, premises liability, security officers, etc. Featured. (Yahoo News)
Professor sues UH, claiming harassment Mar 13, 2009
He also said he believes the university is treating him differently from other people who have been accused of workplace violence and harassment because of his opposition to the Iraq war and in retaliation for his complaints against the administration ... He also said he believes the university is treating him differently from other people who have been accused of workplace violence and harassment because of his opposition to the Iraq war and in retaliation for his complaints against the... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Doing the right thing: Expert advice on how to react in difficult situations Mar 9, 2009
workplace violence wrote on Mar 8, 2009 5:08 PM:" This is good advice and practice to shine the LIGHT on every incident of Intimidation and Insulting behavior. It is too bad WHISTLEBLOWERS get wrongly stereotyped and "hung on the cross" because they report and believe such incidents are wrong. A better chance for everyone awaits, when response comes from Behind the Shadows. Sometimes the opportunity is very small so jump at it as if your life depends on it because certainly someone else's life... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Tragedy Triggers Workplace Violence Prevention Series Feb 12, 2009
Fortunately there are steps companies can take to reduce their odds of workplace violence ... "Companies that train their staff to look for early warning signs and deal with difficult situations before they escalate into conflict are much less likely to experience violence." ProActive ReSolutions recently launched a two-part video series, in which Hart identifies the early warning signs of workplace violence and addresses conflict resolution strategies ... With layoffs being prevalent this year... (Canada Newswire)
