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The trial court's grant of a five-year civil stalking protection order against the defendant was affirmed on appeal. The court found that the defendant engaged in a pattern of conduct causing the plaintiff mental distress through persistent contact despite being told to stop, including monitoring her whereabouts, showing up unannounced at her home, and enlisting others to track her.
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Tabak v. Goodman: Court Upholds Protection Order
What Happened
Tabak complained that Goodman engaged in a pattern of unwanted behavior that caused her significant emotional distress. Goodman repeatedly contacted Tabak despite being told to stop, monitored where she went, showed up at her home without invitation, and got others to help track her movements. Tabak sought legal protection from this conduct.
The Court's Decision
A trial court issued a five-year civil stalking protection order against Goodman, preventing this behavior. When Goodman appealed, the higher court reviewed the case and agreed with the original decision, upholding the protection order.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that employers and coworkers cannot legally harass, stalk, or intimidate workers, even outside formal employment settings. Courts recognize that persistent unwanted contact and monitoring—especially when someone has been told to stop—constitutes harassment that causes real harm. Workers who experience this type of behavior have legal remedies available, including protection orders that can enforce boundaries and prevent further contact.
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