Remote Work Witness Rules

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Your roommate can potentially serve as a witness if they overheard your online meeting with your boss. However, their testimony might be challenged based on privileged communication. Consult a local attorney for precise advice.

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If I work from home, remotely, and meet with my boss over zoom and my roomste over hears our meeting, can I call my roomate as a witness to what occurred in the online meeting with my boss
Hello ****. Yes, your roommate could potentially be a witness if they were present during your online meeting. However, this depends on your local jurisdiction's rules on witness testimony. Can you please share your location so I can provide more accurate information?
California, Berkeley USA
Hello ****, in California:
- Your roommate may serve as a witness if they heard the meeting.
- However, their testimony could be challenged based on the concept of 'privileged communication.'
- Always consult with a local attorney for precise advice.