To protect the public from unlawful conduct, whistleblower laws make it illegal to retaliate against employees who complain to public agencies about employer actions that endanger the public or break the law.
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To protect the public from unlawful conduct, whistleblower laws make it illegal to retaliate against employees who complain to public agencies about employer actions that endanger the public or break the law.
Read More“Can’t we sue them for this?” That’s the sentiment many employers express after being on the receiving end of a lawsuit that they think is based on untrue facts. Although it is never satisfying to be told “that wouldn’t be a good idea,” this is generally the right answer for various reasons.
Read MoreWant to know why retaliation claims turn out so well, so often, for angry employees? Look no further than basic human psychology. Most of us have never actually felt the full emotional brunt of an overt act of racial, sexual or age discrimination at work. But we can all quickly identify with the feeling of being persecuted for something we’ve said or done.
Read MoreIt doesn’t matter if the underlying complaint is legitimate. If anyone in a position of authority acts against an employee who has filed a complaint, you can expect a retaliation lawsuit.
Read MoreA “microaggression” is a subtle, often unintentional comment or action that conveys bias or discrimination against a marginalized group. In the right circumstances, however, microaggressions can also amount to an adverse action that supports a workplace retaliation claim.
Read MoreDiscriminating against applicants and employees because they serve or have served in the military is illegal. The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act protects service members from discrimination in the workplace and requires employers to reinstate employees who are called to or volunteer for active-duty assignments.
Read MoreIt’s a new HR year and we’re here with some important lessons from the top four employment lawsuits of 2024. Don’t repeat these employer mistakes.
Read MoreThis decision is a warning to employers: Handling whistleblower complaints improperly can have serious consequences.
Read MoreDepending on the specific facts of the situation, the following could trigger an employee’s retaliation lawsuit. At the very least, they could create a morale-sapping perception that retaliation has occurred.
Read MoreWhen a judge or jury finds your client dishonest, they've decided your fate.
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