Unlawful Retaliation
When employees exercise their rights in reporting workplace violations or filing complaints, they are sometimes met with unlawful retaliation. These situations can jeopardize the well-being and careers of employees. Unlawful retaliation claims can often fall under the umbrella of discrimination or be seen in connection to the FMLA.
It is illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for:
- Taking leave under the Family Medical Leave Act
- Filing Age Discrimination Claims
- Filing Disability Discrimination Claims
- Filing Racial Discrimination Claims
- Filing Sexual harassment Claims
Your Unlawful Retaliation Attorney
If you have filed a complaint about any of the above issues, you have a legal right to receive resolution. Lott Law can be your partner in navigating complex legal frameworks to help you get the justice you deserve. If you feel that your employer has unlawfully retaliated against you, contact us today to learn about your legal options.
Q: What Are My Rights?
Unlawful Retaliation – California Labor Code 230
Under the California labor code, employer retaliation occurs when an employer takes any type of adverse action or terminates an employee for engaging in legal activities. It is illegal for an employer to retaliate against an employee for exercising their legal rights.
From being silenced in a work meeting, to being tasked with less desirable shifts, here are some examples of workplace retaliation that every employee should be aware of:
- Termination or Demotion
- Unjustifiably Low Performance Reviews
- Reduction in Salary
- Transfer to Less Desirable Position
- Denial of Job Benefits
Q: How To Prove Retaliation In The Workplace?
It can often be difficult to prove workplace retaliation has occurred. This is due to the subtle nature of many retaliatory acts. To successfully prove a claim of workplace retaliation, a complaint must prove:
- The employee was engaged in a protected activity of filing a complaint regarding their workplace.
- The employee suffered some form of negative workplace consequences from their employer.
- The negative workplace action must be a direct result of participating in the protected activity.
After a retaliation case has been filed, the employer is required to demonstrate a valid justification for their adverse employment actions.
Contact An Unlawful Retaliation Lawyer Today
To learn more about the nuances of unlawful Retaliation, Contact Lott Law. We will ensure that you are equipped with the knowledge and support needed to protect your rights and pursue justice.
