Tenant Harassment Legal Recourse

Summary

In California, threats can be criminal under Penal Code 422 PC, harassment online under Penal Code 653.2 PC, and defamation is a civil issue under Civil Code Sections 44, 45, and 46. Employers must maintain a safe workplace under OSHA. If they fail to address a hostile work environment, legal action may be possible. Consult an employment law attorney for specific advice.

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I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In California:
- Threats may be considered criminal under Penal Code * PC, a "wobbler" offense which can be felony or misdemeanor.
- Harassment online falls under Penal Code *.* PC, a misdemeanor.
- Defamation is a civil issue, covered under Civil Code Sections *, *, and *.
Please consult with a local attorney.
I am the maintenance man and the apartments that I live in one of the tenants has multiple multiple times rent my life and harass me slandered my name with the employer knowing about it and has done nothing
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In California:
- Threats may be considered criminal under Penal Code * PC, a "wobbler" offense which can be felony or misdemeanor.
- Harassment online falls under Penal Code *.* PC, a misdemeanor.
- Defamation is a civil issue, covered under Civil Code Sections *, *, and *.
Please consult with a local attorney.
Is it my employer supposed to stop that
In California, employers have a duty to maintain a safe workplace under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). If you've notified them about the threats, they may be legally obligated to take action. You may also have grounds for a hostile work environment claim. Please consult an attorney for specific advice.
If I'm the on-site maintenance man at an apartment building do I have the right to feel safe at work
Absolutely, you have the right to feel safe at work. As per California's Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), employers are legally obligated to provide a safe and healthful workplace. If you feel threatened, you should report this to your employer and possibly law enforcement.
The employer has known
What specific actions did your employer take after knowing about your situation? This information will help me understand more about the possible legal options.
Nothing
I'm sorry to hear that. In California, if an employer fails to address a hostile work environment after being informed, it can be subject to legal action. Contacting an employment law attorney may be beneficial for you.
If I'm at work in the state of California and am assaulted or harassed should my employer take action on that or should I
In California, employers are legally required to take action if an employee is harassed or assaulted at work. If they fail to do so, they can be held liable for not maintaining a safe workplace according to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). It's advisable to consult an employment law attorney.