By the way, there's no law against being mean. Harassment and discrimination at work are illegal only when they are based on age, race, gender, disability and other classes protected by civil-rights laws. Jill Schwartz, a Winter Park lawyer specializing in workplace law, said it would be extremely difficult to make a legal case against a co-worker over emotional distress. If it's a known bully, the complaints may not fall on deaf ears. Namie urges victims to document bullies' financial drain on the company when they drive good workers out.
Employee turnover can cost thousands of dollars per worker.