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Tribunal Rules Employee Feedback Not Harassment Despite ADHD Claims

6/25/2025

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A tribunal has determined that an employee's feedback about disorganized work does not amount to harassment. HR manager Thomas Shevlin argued that his boss's remarks were discriminatory because of his ADHD. However, the judge emphasized that constructive criticism is essential for performance improvement and is not harassment, reinforcing the importance of direct communication in management.

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A tribunal has determined that an employee's feedback about disorganized work does not amount to harassment. HR manager Thomas Shevlin argued that his boss's remarks were discriminatory because of his ADHD. However, the judge emphasized that constructive criticism is essential for performance improvement and is not harassment, reinforcing the importance of direct communication in management.