What to do if an older, single female co-worker of mine makes jokes about another co-worker, insinuating that she is pregnant?
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What to do if an older, single female co-worker of mine makes jokes about another co-worker, insinuating that she is pregnant?
This young girl does not appreciate the jokes and feels that she is being discriminated against because of her age, gender, and marital status. The joking is definitely uncalled for and crude, but since she is not pregnant, is it discrimination?
Asked on November 28, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I do not see discrimination, but rather harassment in the work force. Given your concerns about the inappropriate conduct, I suggest that you meet with your supervisor and/or the human resources department about what is happening with the intent to end it as to the co-worker who is being a bully.
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