What obligation does an employer have to answer my complaint

[mypoundpuppies]

I made a complaint to my employer regarding a "joke" that was played on a group of coworkers. They heard our complaint and did nothing, are they obligated in Ohio to do anything? There is a black club at my work and they p***ed out notes saying "smacked", "I like being smacked", etc. Well, the end note says (written backward upside down) Smacked black for history. I was made to explain what I know about the club(newsletters and such) but nothing was done, Its been about 3 weeks. I feel like its being covered up by the manager who is also black, she had a meeting where she told the entire department that she could not "protect" people if they are caught in the wrong. What is your opinion/suggestion? I fear reprisal in the future

[ohiolandlord]

I can't follow your question - could you be more specific?

[mypoundpuppies]

Is my employer required to make any reports to outside agencies or tell me the findings?

[ohiolandlord]

I'm still not able to follow what went on here but an employer is obligated to address the issue to the extent that it wants to avoid future liability - an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. To protect yourself, I would suggest documenting what happened in a log or diary.