Yes, and it can not be used in court to prove your case.
It depends on the jurisdiction. In some places, it may be legal to record a conversation without the knowledge or consent of the other party if you're a part of the conversation. In other places, it may be necessary to obtain consent before recording. It's important to consult local laws or seek legal advice to understand the specific rules that apply to your situation.
No, they deserve to be fired for what they did. It is not illegal to fire someone for anything.
NO, as long as there is one party consent, meaning at least one person knows the conversation is being recorded
In MA it is illegal to record ANY person's voice without their permission, including video surveillance for security purposes. It is a violation of the so-called "wiretapping" law, as courts have interpreted them.
It is illegal to record any conversation, be it land-line, cell phone or in person without the person's consent. Recording without their permission is a punishable crime. http://www.telephonecallrecorder.com/legality_of_phone_call_recording.php
No its not illegal
Yes, its illegal in Florida. You need the everybody's consent to legally record a phone call in Florida.
record the abuse on video or audio
It is illegal to record employees without their knowledge. It is not illegal to place surveillance cameras in the work place but other covert means like bugging offices are illegal.
To tape someone without their knowledge can be illegal depending on the circumstances. It's illegal to record a private act without knowledge or consent but it's legal to record public acts such as speeches.
No
No
This depends on the exact charges brought, and the prior record of the person charged.