Hi, I'm looking for advice.
I had a question for my boss about whether I could stop doing an extra job duty that was voluntary. It was professional and to the point.
My boss proceeded to send her boss an email about it and accidentally CC'd all of my coworkers. Her email states in it that she believes this duty, which again was voluntary, “stresses me out.” Her boss then proceeds to reply, also CCing everyone.
I believed this matter was private, and CC'd everyone already in the chain (including all coworkers) and added HR for good measure, innocently asking why everyone I work with was included in this email.
My boss admits that was a mistake, but the way things were worded I believe I would have grounds to argue this was retaliation. Do I have a leg to stand on? And if I do, how should I handle this?
Thanks.