Retaliation at Work: It Doesn’t Always Start With a Firing

Employees often assume that workplace retaliation means being fired shortly after complaining about discrimination, harassment, or another unlawful practice. In reality, retaliation can be much more gradual. An employee complains. Nothing dramatic happens immediately. Instead, the employee begins receiving criticism that did not exist before. Responsibilities are taken away. Important assignments disappear. The employee is Read More …

Avoid This Mistake In Your Potential Retaliation Case

Imagine the following scenario that “kills” many potential retaliation cases: You approach your manager and complain about not being paid overtime (this type of complaint is a protected activity under California labor code). Your manager disagrees with you that you are entitled to that extra pay. You then submit a complaint to your HR office Read More …