Workplace Retaliation Lawyers in Jacksonville, Florida
While most employers carry workers' compensation insurance, they exhaust every option when looking for ways to avoid payment. One way of doing this is to discourage workers from filing claims and then retaliating against them when they do file. If you have been fired in retaliation for seeking benefits, you need an experienced attorney fighting for you.
At the Law Office of David B. Sacks, we have extensive experience helping employees seek justice after being fired in retaliation for acting within the law. We will provide you with the legal advice you need to effectively pursue a retaliation claim.
If your employer has retaliated against you, we can help you pursue your rights. To schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced employment lawyer, call 904-302-7551 or send us an e-mail.
Skilled Representation for Workplace Retaliation Victims
Most employers are prohibited by law from retaliating against an employee when that employee engages in protected conduct. The following types of conduct are considered protected from retaliation by employers:
- Reporting a workplace injury
- Workers' compensation claims
- Opposing discrimination in the workplace
- Opposing or refusing to participate in the violation of a law, rule or regulation (aka whistleblower)
- Taking family or medical leave
- Participating in investigations conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Act Quickly to Protect Your Rights
We focus our practice exclusively on looking out for the rights of employees. These cases can be fact-intensive and require extensive investigation, making it important to contact an attorney as soon as possible. We will leave no stone unturned as we strive to achieve justice in your case.
The knowledgeable employment lawyers at our firm look forward to helping you win your workplace retaliation case. To schedule a free initial consultation, call us today at 904-302-7551.
