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Speaking up at work can be intimidating, especially if you are calling out harassment, discrimination, unsafe conditions, or unpaid wages. Many Florida workers fear losing their jobs if they report a problem because retaliation is real, and happens every day. But when your employer retaliates against you for blowing the whistle on illegal activity, trying to improve working conditions or complaining about discrimination or illegal harassment, you have the right to fight back.
What the Law Says
Several Federal and Florida laws protect employees from retaliation after engaging in certain “protected activities,” including:
- Reporting discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics such as race, gender or religion.
- Complaining about unpaid wages.
- Reporting workplace safety violations.
- Participating in a legal investigation.
What Retaliation Looks Like:
- Demotion or reduced hours.
- Unfair disciplinary action.
- Sudden negative performance reviews.
- Termination after making a complaint.
Know Your Rights
Retaliation laws ensure employees can speak up without fear. These protections are the backbone of a fair workplace because without them, silence would allow abuse to continue.
What You Can Do
- Document your complaint and the date you made it.
- Keep a record of any changes in how you are treated afterward.
- Contact an experienced attorney if your employer retaliates.
If you spoke up and then things got worse, get help from an experienced employment attorney. Contact us here to schedule a consultation.
