If I feel that I’m be targeted for having knowledge of an inter-office affair, do I have any recourse?
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If I feel that I’m be targeted for having knowledge of an inter-office affair, do I have any recourse?
I was not one of the parties; I just had knowledge of the relationship. I have been intimidated by my senior VP and owner. My work environment is unpleasant at best.
Asked on December 1, 2015 under Employment Labor Law, Nebraska
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately, unless you have an employment contract which limits the reasons or way you can be disciplined or terminated, you can be "targetted" for knowing about an inter-office affair. Without an employment contract, you are an employee at will; and an employee at will may be disciplined or terminated (or have any action taken against him/her) for any reason whatsoever--including knowing about an inter-office affair.
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