If my boss contacted my ex-wife to get information on an alleged relationship I had with my co-worker, is this a violation of privacy?
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If my boss contacted my ex-wife to get information on an alleged relationship I had with my co-worker, is this a violation of privacy?
My boss contacted my ex-wife for details of an affair I had with a co-worker after my ex told his wife about it on facebook. Is this an invasion of my privacy and right to confidentiality from my employer? He did not have my permission to discuss my personal info or work performance with my ex. Now he is discussing it openly with my co-workers.
Asked on March 20, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Indiana
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
For your employer to be discussing your personal life with co-workers it is in poor taste and could be deemed an example of a "hostile work environment" with respect to you leading to a possible claim of harassment. For such additional information, you should consult with an attorney that practices in the area of employment law.
For your boss to contact your former wife about an affair you had with a co-worker may be appropriate with respect to addressing a possible harassment issue by the co-worker against you. If so, such inquiry seemingly would be proper.
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