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Most of us have been guilty of it a time or two: Trying to get a peek at the confidential files on the boss’s desk, or perhaps gossiping with a trusted co-worker about another employee’s performance problems. Workers have been fired for everything from discussing salaries to gossiping about romantic relationships. del.icio.us.
Or, have you said that "all women love to gossip" but thought about how insulting that may be to the females where you work? If you think you may be the target of discrimination and want to learn more about your legal rights, consult the Equal Opportunity Commission Web site at www.eeoc.gov. But do you really?
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I wouldnt recommend talking about a co-worker with someone at the office or it ends up being gossip and spreads a bad feeling about that person. I am not a legal expert and do not claim to give any legal advice. Talking to a third party who is totally uninvolved is much better.)
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It is too easy to press Send and then regret what you have written or find yourself in some legal trouble. If your message is an answer to the sender then just pressing Reply is appropriate or if you are only copied, do you need to reply at all? Be Angry but Send not! If you need to vent, try sending yourself the e-mail you wanted to send.
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