When Blowing a Whistle Results in a Wrongful Discharge
While it may be difficult to turn your employer in for violating regulations or statutes, that activity, known as whistleblowing, is protected under the law. Unfortunately, some employers feel that they can retaliate against employees who blow the whistle on illegal activity — resulting in a wrongful discharge. When that happens, you need an aggressive, hard-charging advocate who will “take the bull by the horns” in protecting your rights.
At the Employee Rights Law Firm—Law Offices of Mark A. Jess, L.L.C., that is the level of representation we provide clients in Kansas City and throughout the state.
Employers engaged in dangerous or fraudulent activity must be held accountable. While retaliation may occur if you report it, any action taken against you is illegal. You should retain a seasoned attorney if you think you have a claim. Contact us at 816-399-5609 or toll free at 877-287-2162.
Your Right to Report Dangers and Hazards at Work
You should not be forced to work in an environment that is dangerous. A lack of safety or a number of hazards at your jobsite violate OSHA regulations. Your employer refuses to take action, so you feel the need to contact the authorities regarding the safety violations. You may even have suffered an injury, requiring a workers comp claim.
Holding Your Employer Accountable for Wrongful Discharge
In the end, your employer uncovers the source of the complaint and discovers your workers compensation claim, then terminates you, resulting in a wrongful discharge. They have just made a bad situation that much worse through their wrongful discharge. In addition to having to deal with OSHA, they now have to deal with an attorney at the Employee Rights Law Firm—Law Offices of Mark A. Jess, L.L.C..
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For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding a wrongful discharge, please contact us.
