Harassment creates a hostile work environment

Complainant alleged he was subjected to a hostile work environment resulting from racist comments from a specific employee. Respondent denied the allegations, asserted Complainant’s  termination was reasonable, and provided evidence supporting its position that Complainant had subjected an autistic co-worker to a hostile work environment that resulted in the autistic coworker
snapping over time. Both were placed on unpaid suspension, and investigation found Complainant had antagonized his coworker relentlessly. Direct witnesses stated Complainant gloated about causing his co-worker to finally snap. The co-worker was retained, but received a one-week suspension without pay. On or about March 5, 2024, a Resolution Conference was held at which Complainant accepted $1,200.00 to resolve all matters, present and future. The Commission was informed on or around March 13th, 2024, that all terms of the agreement had been met and the case is now closed.