I’m sorry about your prior employer. I just don’t understand how companies think this helps all the key productivity variables and employee engagement data. Yes, online harassment and discrimination is definitely a fairly new area of the law, but one where courts are increasingly issuing rulings. The real question is whether an online virtual workplace is the same as a brick and mortar workplace, in the context of the various employment laws. I can tell you that a hostile work environment can definitely occur online, as can many other types of discrimination that occur in traditional workplaces.

So I appreciate your suggestion and will look into that. It’s a bit technical but I could consult some of my contacts who are employment lawyers

So not only are employers responsible for all employee conduct in the virtual workplace, but employees and managers may be more prone to discrimination and harassment when they do not have direct physical engagement with the aggrieved individual or alleged victim.

Thanks again for offering your important insights and valuable feedback, both of which are very much appreciated.