Who is HR Really Protecting?

HR may seem like a safe place to report issues, but HR works for the company, not the employee. In this episode of Not in the Newsletter, Christina Phillips is joined by employment attorneys Katherine Kleyman and Brittany Stevens to break down what really happens when you go to HR and what employees need to understand before speaking up.Through real legal insight and real-world scenarios, Christina Phillips, Katherine Kleyman, and Brittany Stevens unpack how HR processes, confidentiality limits, retaliation, and workplace power structures can impact your career. From what happens after you file a complaint to how documentation can protect you, this episode reveals what employees are rarely told and how to navigate situations where the system prioritizes the company over the individual.What you’ll learn:Why HR works for the company and not the employeeHow retaliation can show up after a complaintWhy confidentiality is often misunderstood in workplace investigationsHow documentation protects you in legal and HR situationsWhat steps to take before and after going to HRDon’t risk trusting workplace systems without understanding how they actually work. Learn how to protect yourself, document what matters, and navigate power dynamics before it impacts your career.Learn more at: https://www.newyorkcitydiscriminationlawyer.com/