Retaliation and Wrongful Termination
Employment Law Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah
Retaliation by an employer for reporting discrimination is illegal. An employee is protected from retaliation in the workplace if he or she has reported discrimination, participated in the investigation of a discrimination claim, assisted a coworker, or testified against a supervisor. Retaliation can be in the form of an adverse job action, including termination, demotion, a pay cut and loss of benefits. Fortunately, federal laws prohibit adverse job actions against employees in retaliation for participating in stopping discrimination in the workplace.
At the Law Office of Michelle Swift, RN, JD, our attorney works diligently to offer clients in the Salt Lake City area the representation they need when dealing with employment retaliation. With an in-depth knowledge of Utah Labor Commission guidelines governing acts of retaliation, we are able to offer insightful and informative advice regarding your specific situation and guide you through the process of reporting a claim and seeking compensation for your losses.
To discuss your specific situation with our lawyer, contact our office online or call 801-938-4312. We provide complimentary e-mail and phone consultations in an effort to allow you to understand our services and the merits of your case in greater detail.
Protecting Your Employment Rights Against Retaliation
Federal law protects an individual when they are involved in reporting or participating in making a claim to their employer regarding discrimination, sexual harassment or other discriminatory activities. Such laws protect against retaliation in the form of:
- Adverse job reactions in the workplace
- Wrongful termination
- Denial of promotion
- Orders to perform demeaning or menial tasks
Our staff will assist in reporting your claim to the Utah Labor Commission, and will assertively seek compensation for your lost wages and potential earnings if you have been wrongfully terminated.
Offering our services, many times on a contingency basis, we do not collect a fee unless we are successful in obtaining compensation for you.
Please contact our office online to discuss your potential retaliation claim in further detail.