I am a low level manager dating a subordinate. Our employers have no documented policy in place for employee relationships and no sexual harassment policy that we've been made aware of. There has never been any discussion where I or any other employee has been told manager/subordinate relationships are not allowed. Can my subordinate be terminated for this even without any policies having been in place? What are our options in this situation?

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Terminating an employee for cause on the basis of a relationship with a superior is likely not justified, particularly if there are no policies in place regarding inter-office dating.

However, there have been instances where the courts have found inter-office relationships can be grounds for termination. It depends on the specific facts of the situation.

Your subordinate can contact us at the number below for a consultation with a lawyer to discuss the situation and their possible entitlements.