RETALIATION IN EMPLOYMENT
All of the Federal and New York State laws that make it illegal to discriminate in employment also make it illegal to fire, demote, harass, or otherwise “retaliate” against people (applicants or employees) because they filed a charge of discrimination, because they complained to their employer or other covered entity about discrimination on the job, or because they participated in an employment discrimination proceeding (such as an investigation or lawsuit).
For example, it is illegal for an employer to refuse to promote an employee because he or she filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC or the New York State Division of Human Rights even if EEOC or NYHRL later determined no discrimination occurred.
Consult With A Lawyer
If you have been subjected to unlawful retaliation in employment or have been accused of unlawful retaliation in employment, you can call the Law Office of Jerold S. Slate at (845) 471-4141 to schedule a personal and confidential consultation.
Retaliation & Work Situations
The law forbids retaliation when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
Retaliation Discrimination
