QUESTION
Is this a case of hostile work environment?
Asked on Mar 11th, 2014 on Labor and Employment - Idaho
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I was wondering if I have a case for working in a hostile work environment. A fellow co worker had an affair with my wife of 19 years and was part of the cause for divorce. My employer moved me to another shift so that we would not be around each other. Just recently, I got put back on the same shift with this individual and the supervisor put me and him working side by side with each other even with him knowing the situation. The next day supervisor had us sign a counsel statement stating that we can work together. Out of fear of retaliation, I signed it. There are other things that have happened and I'm being harassed but when I went to his supervisor he told me that it was not a hostile work environment. Can you tell me if it is or isn't?
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You need to file a claim for worker's compensation benefits that cover temporary disability benefits, ongoing medical treatment and a settlement for permanent disability and future medical care.
Answered on Mar 17th, 2014 at 9:40 AM
Contact an attorney.
Answered on Mar 11th, 2014 at 11:34 PM
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Not on the details you have provided. I would look for a better job.
Answered on Mar 11th, 2014 at 11:34 PM
While it may be hostile, I do not see anything illegal here, but this is not my field of law. I suggest you consult with an attorney that handles discrimination cases.
Answered on Mar 11th, 2014 at 6:13 PM
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It may be hostile, but it is not illegal. Unless the hostile work environment is a result of your being a member of a protected class (and it doesn't sound like you are), it is not illegal. Frankly, you might want to think about thanking your co-worker for getting you away from a woman who cares so little for you she would sleep with another man. You know, maybe he did you a favor.
Answered on Mar 11th, 2014 at 6:12 PM