Retaliation

The discussion of wages is a controversial topic. Many employers actively discourage or prohibit it. Rules against discussing pay are fairly common, with some companies putting them in writing. Therefore, it comes as a surprise to many workers in Washington state that...

After reporting unlawful or unethical behavior in a workplace, it is natural to feel some concern about the possibility of retaliation. After all, even if retaliatory actions are illegal, that does not stop people from engaging in it. Subtle signs of retaliation often...

It is an unfortunate fact that employers can and will retaliate against you. Although not all employers are the same, many have the mindset that they can do anything they want because you are their employee. Fortunately, under the Equal Employment Act, you do have...

Employees have legal rights to inquire about their paychecks and the hours they worked. They may ask about their employers’ recordkeeping practices. Employees may also maintain personal evidence, such as their own timesheets, for comparison. Workers may dispute wage...

If you work in an environment where you feel unsafe, belittled or unfairly treated, you may wonder whether or not to report your experiences. You should never have to deal with unethical treatment at work, especially if it interferes with your safety and productivity....

Retaliating against an employee for doing the right thing, like blowing the whistle on illegal behavior, is an action prohibited by federal law. This is why employers and workers may try to mask retaliatory behavior as much as possible. Nonetheless, if you know your...

Being the subject of workplace retaliation can have many repercussions on both your personal and professional life. Feeling uncertain about your career because of the irrational and unprofessional conduct of others may cause disinterest that affects your productivity....