An incident of violence (with or without physical assault or injury) is a traumatic event for all involved. Helping employees who were involved in some way deal with the psychological aftermath of the event will reduce the organizational "cost" of the event. Without follow-up counseling, managers and union officials may see absenteeism rise, productivity fall, and workers' compensation claims filed. Work with your local domestic violence advocates and/or mental health experts to determine the best course of action.

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