You’ve likely been told that your boss is not your friend. This isn’t true about every boss, but this is often said by people who have had bad experiences with former bosses who have used their position to take advantage of employees. An employer has a lot of power...
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Retaliation
How can retaliation hurt older workers in particular?
Older employees bring valuable experience and knowledge to the workplace. However, they might face tough challenges when they decide to speak out about problems at work, like the risk of retaliation. Retaliation happens when employers punish employees for standing up...
How can reporting discrimination lead to retaliation
Some employers or managers dislike it when an employee reports an issue such as discrimination. It may be they think the employee is speaking out of turn, is a complainer or is trying to get someone fired. It may be that they fear the allegations could harm the...
Can your employer fire you for discussing wages?
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...
What are subtle signs of retaliation?
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...
Facts you should know about employer retaliation
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...
What stops people from reporting workplace wrongdoing?
There is an expectation that businesses always maintain ethical practices. When someone witnesses corporate wrongdoing, that person may want to report the breach. Unfortunately, some who learn of inappropriate activity are reluctant to become whistleblowers. There are...
Employers may not retaliate after wage and hour disputes
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...
Unfortunately, workplace retaliation is not always easy to spot
Few things you go through at work are likely to be more disheartening than sexual harassment. After all, if you do not feel comfortable at your place of employment, both your job performance and personal life are likely to suffer. Sadly, the nightmare may not end when...
What can cause hostility in the workplace?
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....