Sexual Harassment Disciplinary Training in Kansas
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Targeted Disciplinary Counseling for Harassment Incidents in Kansas
WICHITA | OVERLAND PARK | KANSAS CITY
Kansas employers must have a structured, documented approach to incidents of workplace harassment and retention of an employee. Our disciplinary counseling sessions address incidents directly, holding individuals accountable while organizations operate in the mitigation of risk under Kansas law.
Tailored One‑on‑One Post‑Incident Training
Focused Behavioral Coaching
Private sessions address the specific misconduct, workplace context, and precise policy violations.
Kansas Law & Policy Instruction
Training is grounded in the Kansas Act Against Discrimination (KAAD), Title VII, and relevant case standards.
Before-and‑After Knowledge Testing
Pre- and post-session tests confirm comprehension and measure progress.
HR-Ready Documentation
Confidential training summaries and recommendations are provided for personnel files.
Ongoing Progress Reports
Monthly updates are sent to HR or leadership to track behavioral improvement and reinforce expectations.
Our approach is direct and results-focused, ensuring clarity and compliance at every step.
Legal Obligations Kansas Employers Must Meet
After harassment incidents, Kansas law requires consistent response and documentation:
KAAD Applies Broadly
Covers businesses with four or more employees with the prohibition of harassment on the basis of sex and other protected characteristics.
Timely Reporting Required
Claims must be filed within 180 days with the Kansas Human Rights Commission, while they must be filed within 300 days with the EEOC.
Employer Accountability Enforced
Employers have to investigate, document, and act on these complaints in a timely manner. If they fail, they can be held financially and regulatory liable under the state and federal laws.
Our program supports all these legal requirements through structured training and record-keeping.
Recent Workplace Updates in Kansas
KHP Misconduct Claims Dismissed, Not Ignored
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed on behalf of six current and former employees of the Kansas Highway Patrol, in which they accused some top officers of establishing a hostile work environment through repeated unwanted touching and sex-based comments. It was dismissed on legal grounds; however, the case made clear that establishing clear workplace boundaries and ensuring proactive employer action are important.
EEOC Sues Genesh, Inc. for Fast-Food Harassment
The EEOC sued Genesh, Inc., a Burger King franchisee in Lawrence and Derby after the supervisors had been reported to make sexual comments, inappropriate touching, and even assault. Retaliation by management allegedly consisted of taking the complainants off work.
Source: EEOC Files Three Sexual Harassment Lawsuits | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Firefighter Files Suit Over Harassment and Retaliation
An ex-Shawnee Heights firefighter has initiated a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation at the hands of a battalion chief. She alleges he groped her while mocking her, with the termination proposed once she reported it.
Source: Kansas Firefighter Alleges Sexual Harassment – Fire Law Blog
These cases highlight how misconduct enforcement can impact public agencies and private businesses across Kansas.
Book Your On‑Site Disciplinary Training Today
In the case of harassment, if the employee cannot be terminated, counseling after the fact is the next best option. Employers in Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, and elsewhere are assisted with correcting behavior, documenting corrective actions, and complying with state laws.
Contact us today for a confidential appointment.
