How is an Injunction against Workplace Violence different from other types of orders?
There are several ways in which an Injunction against Workplace Violence is different from other types of protective orders. First, the plaintiff, or person who asks the court for an order, is the employer or an authorized agent of the employer. This lets an employer ask for protection for the victim, fellow employees, and the employer’s property, without the victim having to take action. If you are a survivor of domestic violence or harassment, you may also benefit from the fact that the employer is the plaintiff in an Injunction against Workplace Violence. Your abuser may be less likely to retaliate against you, since you are not involved in obtaining the injunction. The fact that the victim’s cooperation is not necessary can also work against you, since the employer may be able to get an Injunction against Workplace Violence without your knowledge, and perhaps even if you do not want it. Also, an Injunction against Workplace Violence generally only protects you while you are at work
