Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in California
verbal abuse
Does verbal abuse qualify as sexual harassment? I have worked
for over 30-years and have always been able to handle unique
personalities and idiosyncrasies. My current male boss/owner
uses no sexual comments whatsoever; instead he demoralizes
and degrades his workers who fall out of favor until they quit.
After being his office manager for four-years I am now the recipient
of his rath. It is not possible for me to just walk away from this job
because age is not working in my favor in the job market, and I am
sure he know it. Is there anything I can do?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: verbal abuse
'Simple' harassment is not illegal, but a part of the human condition you have to suffer. IF it could be argued that this is 'sexual' or gender in nature, intimidating a female, then maybe help exists. If you are male, your only recourse is through HR and complaints, which likely will cause you further problems unless they can prevent retaliation. You could ask for transfer or other remedy.