The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protect against retaliation in the workplace. What if an employer takes an adverse action against an employee who complains about unlawful...
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Companies Can Reduce the Risk of Retaliation Claims
Many assume that owners or executives initiate retaliation against an employee, but it can also involve middle management, human resources or others within the company. Regardless of who is involved, these illegal actions can lead to lawsuits and damages. Common...
EEOC: Retaliation Was the No. 1 Charge Filed in FY 2020
Retaliating against an employee who reports discrimination is wrong and illegal. All of the major anti-discrimination laws that are enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) prohibit retaliation against those who complain about discrimination,...
A Few Tips On Interviewing Employees For An Investigation
When an employee makes a complaint about a co-worker or supervisor, it's crucial to get to the truth. After all, employers must take reasonable steps to protect employees from discrimination and harassment, which are among the most common complaints. At the same time,...
New guidance on retaliation will impact employees and employers
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), states that retaliation is far and away the most common employment claim for employees in the private and public sectors, making up nearly half of all cases. Recently the EEOC released new guidance on retaliation...
Former police officer settles whistleblower case against Baltimore
A former Baltimore detective who faced illegal retaliation from his fellow police officers settled his lawsuit against the Baltimore Police Department. Joseph Crystal testified against two police officers who he witnessed assaulting a suspect during an arrest. Under...