Legal Question in Discrimination Law in California
violence threats
is it harrassment if I am threatened with violence by another employee
Asked on 10/08/07, 12:47 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Re: violence threats
Harassment, yes. Illegal harassment, depends. Consult with local counsel.
Answered on 10/09/07, 1:53 pm
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
Re: violence threats
You might consider reporting such threats to HR and they may go to court on your behalf and seek a restraining order and/or recommend the aggressor's termination.
Answered on 10/08/07, 1:07 pm
Thomas Pavone
Pavone & Cohen
Re: violence threats
Harassment is just a label - what actually happened is more important than the label. Your employer has an obligation to maintain a workplace free of violence and threats of violence. If the employer fails to address the issue after your complaint you should speak to an employment lawyer to discuss how to deal with the co-worker's conduct.
Answered on 10/08/07, 1:52 pm