My boss has temper tantrums on a regular basis. She literally will scream at us and say VERY demeaning things. She is very controlling and criticizes everything we do.She is very impatient and yells at us all the time (except for her "pet). Her boss is in another state. One time I told her I was going to call her boss because I thought she was being unfair. She blew up and now is even more cold towards me. Can I tape record her horrific behavior to cover my butt if in the event she were to terminate me?
2007-09-21 07:51:09 · 15 answers · asked by my2cents 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I he's talking to you? Sure. If you're eavesdropping on someone else's conversation, then check your state and federal laws.
But it's not against the law for a boss to be an ******, and nothing says a boss can't yell.
2007-09-21 08:26:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Holy cats, if I were you I'd up and quit! Who needs that kind of treatment?
Remember you were looking for a job when you found this one.
I have no idea if recording her is legal or not. A place of business is in the public space so her privacy isn't being invaded, and employers are permitted to monitor the activity of their employees using cameras, recorders and computer observation. But I'd say you're on shaky ground if her boss is not the one initiating the "quality control."
2007-09-21 15:39:21 · answer #2 · answered by Parrot Eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not without her permission and with her attitude,I'd say that would be impossible. It's kind of funny,you can take someone's picture without their permission,but you cant record their voice. Have you tried either calling her boss and telling him what she's doing or getting together with the other workers and writing a letter to him. If you register the letter,you'll have proof that he recieved it and maybe he can do something about this witch with a b.
2007-09-21 15:31:43 · answer #3 · answered by phlada64 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on
A) what state you are in and there laws according to the situation
B) I would say the only risk you run for legal recoarse is if the boss gets fired then decides to sue you for taping the conversation (or yelling) illegally!
2007-09-21 15:04:15 · answer #4 · answered by Starry Pluto ॐ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm pretty sure that bananas is right and that would be illegal. I would definitely consult someone with a legal background before I started recording.
It sounds like a good idea though. I would love to tape my boss when he's throwing a fit!!
2007-09-21 15:01:45 · answer #5 · answered by startwinkle05 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to my understanding, it is illegal to tape record someone's voice without their knowledge. I recommend that you write a letter to your boss' boss, giving detail about the different behaviors you are having problems with. For example, give dates and times, and things she said, as much as you can remember them. You might also want to start looking for another job. You deserve to work in a better environment.
2007-09-21 15:02:42 · answer #6 · answered by drshorty 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This is called verbal abuse,,,,go to www.verbal abuse.com or any other verbal abuse boards.
I have been told it is illegal(meaning wont hold up in court) unless the other party is aware they are being recorded.
She has definite problems and I think (if you feel comfortable doing so) of calling her boss and making here aware, threatening a person like this gets you nowhere other than where you are.
using the chain of command,,,ie her boss.
Her boss mya not be aware and if it were me would definitley want to know if this were happening....Good luck and keep us posted,,,,I accept email
2007-09-21 15:02:07 · answer #7 · answered by ideame 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It probably violates the Privacy Act, but I would record the tyrant and send a copy of the tape to her boss anonymously.
2007-09-21 15:03:15 · answer #8 · answered by silly_me 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes! I use to work for someone like that too and I quite my job and moved on! I was stressed out all of the time because of it! Good Luck!
2007-09-21 14:59:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can, im sure once ur boss heres her disgusting behavior they will be reprimanded. i suggest calling the supervisor and speaking about her behavior and let them know u have tapes of their demeaning disrespect.
2007-09-21 14:54:55 · answer #10 · answered by spadezgurl22 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋