---
title: "Harassment Investigations"
url: "https://legal.ge/en/service/labor-and-employment-law-en/harassment-investigations-en"
field: "Labor & Employment Law"
description: "Independent workplace harassment and bullying investigations in Georgia. Protect employee rights and company liability. Find specialists on Legal.ge."
reviewed: "2026-02-15"
updated: "2026-10-23"
publisher: "legal.ge"
---

# Harassment Investigations

> Source: legal.ge, https://legal.ge/en/service/labor-and-employment-law-en/harassment-investigations-en

Internal investigation of harassment is a delicate and legally regulated process aimed at identifying and eliminating discrimination, sexual harassment, and bullying in the workplace. With the tightening of labor safety and anti-discrimination legislation in Georgia, employers have a direct obligation to respond to employee complaints. Ignoring harassment incidents or conducting improper investigations not only violates the employee's dignity but also exposes the company to serious financial and reputational risks. An independent investigation conducted by a qualified lawyer is the best way to restore justice and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

## What Does the Harassment Investigation Service Cover?

Harassment investigations require objectivity, confidentiality, and psychological tact. Specialists on Legal.ge offer full services in this area:

-   **Receipt and Initial Assessment of Complaint:** Legal analysis of the incoming complaint, qualification of the act (discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment), and determination of urgent measures.
-   **Conducting Independent Investigation:** Acting as a neutral investigator, ensuring the impartiality of the process and eliminating conflicts of interest.
-   **Interviewing Parties and Witnesses:** Confidential interviews with the victim, the alleged offender, and eyewitnesses.
-   **Evidence Collection:** Analysis of email correspondence, social media messages, and other objective evidence.
-   **Preparation of Report and Recommendations:** Establishing factual circumstances and providing recommendations to the employer regarding disciplinary liability (warning, termination).

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### What is the burden of proof in harassment cases in Georgia?

In discrimination and harassment cases, the burden of proof is reversed. The employer must prove that harassment did NOT take place once the employee presents basic facts.

### Can an employee be fired for harassment?

Yes, gross violation of labor discipline or creating an unsafe work environment are grounds for termination under the Labor Code, provided the investigation confirms the facts.

### Is verbal bullying considered harassment?

Yes, if it creates a hostile, humiliating, or intimidating environment. While "simple rudeness" might not be illegal, systematic bullying (mobbing) violates labor rights.

### How can a small business conduct an impartial investigation?

Small businesses often lack HR departments. The best solution is to hire an external independent lawyer (like those on Legal.ge) to conduct the investigation neutrally.