It's no secret: fit, healthy employees are better employees. They are less likely to get sick, have more energy and confidence, have a better attitude and suffer less from stress. In recent years, large and mid-size companies have jumped on the fitness bandwagon,...
There is no place for retaliation in the workplace. But even though this is prohibited by the law, it is a problem that bogs down many companies every year.Have you been demoted for asserting a right that is protected by federal or state law? Have you been terminated?...
If you have reason to believe you are a victim of workplace retaliation, there is a good chance you are right. While some employees know what workplace retaliation looks like, others are unsure. They don't know if they are being retaliated against. Furthermore, they...
In November 2012, a pharmacist was fired after working for Walmart for 18 years. She alleges it was retaliation on her employer's bar and gender discrimination that lead to her dismissal.She filed a lawsuit in 2014, alleging many claims against the retail giant. She...
Generally speaking, workplace retaliation comes down to one thing: one party making another afraid.It doesn't matter why one party is retaliating against the other. All that matters is that the victim understands what is going on, including their rights. Spotting...
When an employee speaks out against a company, it is easy for this person to believe they will be retaliated against.Blowing the whistle is not something anybody wants to do, however, it is something that some people feel compelled to do in particular situations....
If you file a charge of discrimination or oppose this type of behavior in any way, it is unlawful for your employer to take adverse action.When it comes protected activities with respect to retaliation, there are a few things you need to know. Here are some examples...
There are state and federal laws to protect employees against retaliation. Most employers are aware of these laws, however, this does not mean they are going to abide by them at all times.If you feel you have been a victim of retaliation, it is important that you are...
As an employee, there are laws in place to protect your rights. This includes those associated with employer retaliation.According to federal and state laws, employers are not permitted to retaliate against a worker as the result of reporting a workplace safety...
There is never a time when a person should be retaliated against at their place of employment.According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), employers are not permitted to fire, harass, demote, or retaliate against a person for reporting or...
