Retaliation

We Protect Employees Against Unlawful Retaliation

Retaliation is a common tactic used by employers to silence employees who report misconduct. Federal laws prohibit your employer from punishing or mistreating you for filing or being a witness in a discrimination, including harassment, case or investigation.

Employers are prohibited from discouraging you from resisting discrimination, complaining about discrimination, or filing a discrimination complaint. You are legally allowed to speak up when you feel something is wrong in your workplace.

At the Law Office of Stephanie F. Dominguez, our lawyers fight tirelessly to advocate for employees that are unfairly punished by their employers for exercising their rights. We understand the fear and uncertainty you are experiencing. It can be difficult to pursue action against an employer who has already punished or mistreated you for complaining about discrimination.

Retaliation is when an employer takes negative actions against an employee for engaging in protected activities. Federal and state laws protect employees who:

• Report discrimination (race, sex, etc.) to supervisors, HR, or government agencies.
• Resist harassment.
• Report wage and hour violations.
• Raise safety concerns.
• Support other employees’ legal claims.

Retaliation can manifest in many subtle and nuanced ways, including but not limited to:

• Termination of Employment: This is the most obvious and severe form, where the employee is fired after engaging in a protected activity.
• Demotion: A reduction in job title, responsibilities, or salary.
• Reduction in Pay or Hours: Cuts in wages, bonuses, or the number of hours scheduled.
• Job Reassignment: Transfer to a less desirable position, such as a different department or shift.
• Denial of Promotions or Raises: Being unfairly passed over for advancements or increases in pay.
• Increased Scrutiny or Negative Performance Reviews: Facing more frequent or critical evaluations, even if performance hasn’t changed.
• Harassment or Intimidation: Experiencing hostile behavior, threats, or a hostile work environment after engaging in a protected activity.
• Exclusion from Work-Related Activities: Being deliberately left out of meetings, training sessions, or social events.
• Denial of Benefits: Being denied access to company benefits, such as vacation time, sick leave, or health insurance.

To prove retaliation, you must show a connection between your protected activity and the negative action taken against you. Employers frequently attempt to mask retaliation with fabricated reasons of inadequate job performance, making it difficult for employees to prove they were retaliated against. Retaliation is illegal on its own, even if the initial discrimination claim is not proven.

How We Can Help:

• Investigate and gather evidence to support your claim.
• Obtain witness statements from individuals who witnessed your retaliation.
• Understand your rights and legal grounds.

Advocate for the best possible outcome.

Your employer should not be allowed to punish you for standing up for yourself.

At the Law Office of Stephanie F. Dominguez, our workplace retaliation lawyers are experienced advocates for employees unfairly punished by employers. Our job is to honestly advise you as to the best way to proceed and to prevent any further violations from occurring. Let us guide you through the legal process and fight for the justice you deserve.

Contact us today at (424)-340-5805 to schedule a confidential consultation.