Laura attends a company meeting where her supervisor repeatedly makes derogatory remarks about her work performance in front of her colleagues. These remarks are false and cause Laura significant anxiety and depression. She decides to sue her supervisor for emotional distress. Which of the following is the MOST essential element Laura must establish to succeed in her claim?
That Laura's anxiety and depression were recognized by a medical professional.
That Laura suffered physical injuries as a result of the remarks.
That the supervisor's behavior was significantly harmful and surpassed normal workplace criticism.
That the supervisor acted with malice and spite towards Laura.
Laura must demonstrate that her supervisor's conduct was significantly harmful and exceeded normal workplace criticism. This level of severity is necessary to support a claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress.
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