If you have reported an injustice that occurred in the workplace and your employer retaliated against you, you should speak with an experienced Midlothian worker retaliation attorney who can fight for your rights. Whistleblowers are essential to a safe and functional workplace. Continue reading to learn more about worker retaliation and the legal action you can take to hold your employer accountable. Contact our firm today to discuss the possibility of taking legal action in a worker retaliation claim.
What are the most common forms of worker retaliation?
Worker retaliation is defined as an employer punishing an employee for engaging in a legally protected activity. There are many ways an employer can retaliate against their employees for reporting an act of discrimination or other misconduct. Retaliation often leads to individuals losing their jobs as well as other serious penalties that can affect their livelihood for years to come.
The following are the most common forms of worker retaliation:
- Wrongful termination
- Demotions
- Harassment
- Pay decreases
Am I protected as an employee from retaliation?
Employers are protected from discrimination in Virginia under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Virginia Human Rights Act. Virginia has also established laws that protect employees from retaliation for reporting illegal activity in the workplace under its whistleblower law.
You may be protected as an employee from retaliation if you either witnessed a form of discrimination or other illegal activity, you refuse to take part in an illegal activity, or you report an illegal activity that was committed against you.
If you have been retaliated against after you reported an act of wrongdoing on the part of your company, you may have a valid claim. To learn more about taking legal action after being retaliated against, do not hesitate to speak with our experienced employment law firm. Our experienced employment attorney has experience handling retaliation cases and will walk you through each step of the legal process ahead. Give our firm a call to schedule your initial consultation to learn more about our services and how we can assist you with your claim.
CONTACT OUR VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY
At Passero Employment Law, we understand it is difficult to confront problems in the workplace or face litigation. With that in mind, we take a solutions-oriented approach to our representation – focusing on the right process and the right solution for each of our clients. If you need help with an employment law matter in the state of Virginia, you can count on Passero Employment Law to effectively represent your interests. If you would like to discuss your matter, please contact Passero Employment Law today.
