An employee was fired for visiting non-work-related Web sites after his supervisor used an application to extract his Web browsing history. The employee subsequently sued, challenging his termination on several grounds, including invasion of privacy. Concerning this cause of action, he claimed his firing offended his right to privacy. The defendant had a policy that addressed the issue "Acceptable Use Policy." That said, the employer could monitor the computer usage on company time.

• In this scenario, explain if you believe the employer violated the employee's "invasion of privacy" cause of action.
• Describe a time when you felt your privacy in the workplace was violated.