Bob,age 60,works at Big Company as an Assistant Manager and Has

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Bob,age 60,works at Big Company as an assistant manager and has been approached by his supervisor,Sue,on several occasions for a date.She makes lewd and inappropriate comments to him that are very embarrassing.Bob complained to Selina,the president of Big Company,but no action was taken.In fact,Selina told him that he should feel lucky that Sue was interested in an old guy like him and proceeded to tell several jokes involving age and sexual performance.Again,Bob was humiliated and embarrassed.Bob complained to the Equal Employment Commission regarding what he believed was inappropriate conduct involving the requests for dates,and references to sex and age.Selina was told by the Commission representative that she needed to put a stop to inappropriate behavior.A few days later,Bob was told that he was being demoted.He was replaced by a 25 year old female.What causes of action,if any,would Bob have?

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Definitions:

Interrole Conflict

A psychological conflict that arises when the expectations of different roles occupied by an individual clash.

Differentiation Ambiguity

Uncertainty or lack of clarity in the roles, responsibilities, or status of individuals within a group or organization.

Interactional Theory

A concept that explores how individuals influence and are influenced by their social environment through interactions.

Role Negotiation

The process by which individuals in a group or organization communicate and come to an agreement about each person's specific responsibilities and duties.