PM at it Again

[peggymailady]

Ok folks, need help as usual. We had a carrier that was attacked by dogs.The PM goes out and takes a photo of her injuries. Keep in mind that NOONE ELSE took pictures. Now, some in our office has this photo on their phones showing it around.Is there not a law against this? The DR told her she could file a grievance. I think more needs to be done. What do you'all think??? Thanks so much in advance for any and all help!

 

[NorthernPines]

You'd most likely be looking at a Privacy Act of 1974 violation for sharing private health information. This would be a complaint filed through the EEOC.

 

[Rt2mailman]

Did the dog bite your friend on her butt? If your pm took those pictures , and shared them, he's in big trouble.

 

[DohnJalton]

Was the PM the dog that bit her?

 

[btdtret]

Rt2Mailman -- "Did the dog bite your friend on her butt? If your pm took those pictures , and shared them, he's in big trouble."

-- The PM probably is in big trouble, not matter where the carrier was bitten.

-- The photo could be considered evidence in a court case. But since the photos are out there, the photos probably would be inadmissible in any court case.

-- "peggymailady" try to make a list of the office personnel who have the pictures on their phones - for future reference.

 

[Shannonboy]

This is a serious deal. I'd say time to retain a lawyer...seriously.

 

[mail1000]

Ok folks, need help as usual. We had a carrier that was attacked by dogs.The PM goes out and takes a photo of her injuries. Keep in mind that NOONE ELSE took pictures. Now, some in our office has this photo on their phones showing it around.Is there not a law against this? The DR told her she could file a grievance. I think more needs to be done. What do you'all think??? Thanks so much in advance for any and all help!

Absolutely no way I could or would work in this office/atmosphere.

 

[agilent80]

Just wait for the next stand up talk..... carrier will be asked to show everyone.

 

[LEFTINGUTTER]

Just wait for the next stand up talk..... carrier will be asked to show everyone.

If so the carrier needs to walk out see a psychologist and call an attorney

 

[peggymailady]

Did the dog bite your friend on her butt? If your pm took those pictures , and shared them, he's in big trouble.

No, back of leg. Checking into Hippa laws on this .My niece is a Dr, big no no to share any health records with others.

 

[peggymailady]

Was the PM the dog that bit her?

No, but he had to share this info with others, big mistake. Even though with his reputation, he probably wouldn't of turned it down!

 

[peggymailady]

If so the carrier needs to walk out see a psychologist and call an attorney

I think she already needs to seek counseling. Can't share health issues with anyone, big mistake.

 

[peggymailady]

Absolutely no way I could or would work in this office/atmosphere.

Worse it has been 25 years. We have filed numerous grievances. As my mama would of said, these grievances aren't worth a hill of beans!!!Completely useless. We have won all of the grievances against this monster. Noone makes sure that he follows through. Don't think you can fire a PM, he is immortal and above all human laws. Just hoping the Devil makes him pay at the end. I am not a mean person,but I am getting there!

 

[peggymailady]

You'd most likely be looking at a Privacy Act of 1974 violation for sharing private health information. This would be a complaint filed through the EEOC.

Thanks! Will let her know.

 

[peggymailady]

Rt2Mailman -- "Did the dog bite your friend on her butt? If your pm took those pictures , and shared them, he's in big trouble."

-- The PM probably is in big trouble, not matter where the carrier was bitten.

-- The photo could be considered evidence in a court case. But since the photos are out there, the photos probably would be inadmissible in any court case.

-- "peggymailady" try to make a list of the office personnel who have the pictures on their phones - for future reference.

Thanks, will start on this today

 

[peggymailady]

This is a serious deal. I'd say time to retain a lawyer...seriously.

Yes, I agree.

 

[NorthernPines]

HIPAA generally does not apply in these situations, as USPS is neither a healthcare related business, nor does it generally provide medical care to injured employees.

 

[EthelAnne]

HIPAA generally does not apply in these situations, as USPS is neither a healthcare related business, nor does it generally provide medical care to injured employees.

While I agree HIPAA does not apply, there are some protections for workers in the Americans with Disabilities Act that prevents an employer from discussing an employees medical condition. Not sure if the issue here would qualify as a disability, though (I haven’t read the entire thread).

 

[oi veh.]

Worse it has been 25 years. We have filed numerous grievances. As my mama would of said, these grievances aren't worth a hill of beans!!!Completely useless. We have won all of the grievances against this monster. Noone makes sure that he follows through. Don't think you can fire a PM, he is immortal and above all human laws. Just hoping the Devil makes him pay at the end. I am not a mean person,but I am getting there!

the steward is responsible for making sure that the settlements are complied with. if they are not, then noncompliance grievances need to be filed.

a PM can be fired, just like the rest of us. what he did was illegal, against HIPPA, and the carrier may want to pursue that angle. calling congress people is also effective.

 

[jsthere723]

HIPAA definitely doesn’t apply here . But it has to be some kind of violation of something. It definitely was not a decent thing to do . To hold him liable , like few others I would suggest a consultation with a lawyer