Experienced Kansas City Retaliation Lawyers
Retaliatory discharge is a form of wrongful termination, and it is illegal. A claim for retaliatory discharge can arise when an employee is terminated because they reported their employer was engaging in illegal activity in violation of certain rules and regulations — or the laws pertaining to the public health, safety and general welfare.
If you stood up to your employer and reported their illegal conduct or refused to participate in it and were terminated as a result, you may be able to pursue legal action. At Brady & Associates, our retaliation lawyers are dedicated to providing skillful representation to workers who have experienced retaliatory discharge and securing positive results in their cases.
Dedicated Counsel for Retaliatory Discharge Claims
Whether you reported your employer for workplace discrimination, violating OSHA regulations, failing to comply with wage and hour laws, or disregarding safety hazards, they are not permitted to retaliate. Importantly, workers are protected from retaliatory discharge under a number of state and federal laws, including the following:
- Workers’ Compensation laws — Employers are prohibited from retaliating against or terminating an employee for filing a Workers’ Compensation claim.
- Wage and hour laws — An employer cannot terminate a worker for bringing a wage and hour complaint to Human Resources or the Department of Labor.
- Family and Medical Leave Act — Employees cannot be fired for exercising their right to take protected time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act if their employer is required to comply with the Act.
- Health and safety laws — Employees may not be retaliated against or terminated for reporting OSHA and other health or safety violations in the workplace.
- Whistleblower laws — An employee may not be discharged in retaliation for reporting that its employer is engaging in activity in violation of laws or regulations.
An employee who has been discharged from their employment because their employer retaliated against them for engaging in protected activity may be able to pursue a civil claim. Critically, an administrative claim may need to first be filed with the appropriate agency before commencing a lawsuit. The legal process in these types of cases is often complex and highly nuanced — it’s crucial to have the guidance of an employment attorney who can help you navigate the procedures and ensure you recover the maximum compensation you deserve.
Contact Our Knowledgeable Kansas City Wrongful Termination and Retaliation Lawyers
If you were discharged from your employment due to retaliation, it’s vital to have a workplace retaliation lawyer who can explain your rights and help you navigate the process of filing a legal claim. Contact the employment lawyers at Brady & Associates for a confidential evaluation of your case by calling (913) 696-0925 or completing our online information form. Located in the Greater Kansas City area, we represent workers in Kansas, Missouri, and beyond.
