Physically ill from harrassment

[JustH]

A new young employee has twisted facts to say that I had spoken unprofessionally and hint towards breaking confidentiality rules. I had not and rebutted his claims and clarified as twisting my words including saying things I did not say. I asked him to get his facts straight and accurate before emailing me his complaint. He is very angry with me because I will not falsify his documents for him as a favor. I would have been happy to have helped him complete the report accurately if he had asked several months ago. As I am trying to avoid contact with him, he seems to be making himself present in close proximity in our employee lunch area as if to irritate me. He furthermore slams things down near me and walks away before I can talk with him. I didn't see any point in bringing up this pettiness with my boss because it seems rather childish. However, I have an anxiety disorder which is (was) under control until these incidents started. I'm afraid to bring this up with my boss because it may show I cannot perform my work when I have difficuties with other employees.

I know this young guy is digging himself a bigger hole and probably wants to file a grievance against me. how can I protect myself?

 

[army judge]

I'd try and avoid (or minimize) my contacts and interactions with him.

I'd also have witnesses present when I had to interact (for business purposes only) with him.

If he approached me, I'd flee to the safety of the nearest restroom.

In essence, I'd keep as far away from him as humanly possible.

 

[mightymoose]

Yes, if you don't want to take the matter to your boss, explain your concern to another coworker that you trust who can then watch for these actions that concern you. If you have another coworker that can verify what you are saying then you might feel more comfortable reporting the behavior.
Or... the coworker might be able to convince you that the actions you are concerned about aren't as bad as you think and you might be able to just put it out of mind.
Either way, ignore the guy, and as said above, have someone else present when interacting with him.