If you’re in the habit of wanting hugs from your coworkers, or you know someone who is an office-hugger, you should read an article written by Aaron Goldstein (partner at Dorsey & Whitney LLP). It talks about how the Ninth Circuit ruled that hugging can create a hostile work environment. Also in the article are links to recent information from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) about workplace civility training.
Here’s the article.