Steps To Take If You Suspect Workplace Retaliation

What happens when doing the right thing—like reporting harassment, requesting medical leave, or speaking up about illegal behavior—leads to punishment? Maybe your hours were suddenly cut. Maybe you were passed over for a promotion, written up unfairly, or even let go.

Retaliation at workis more common than many people realize—and it's illegal.

At Mizrahi Kroub LLP, we fight for New York employees who are punished for exercising their legal rights. If you suspect your employer is retaliating against you, taking the right steps early on can protect your job, your reputation, and your future.

Know the Warning Signs: What Does Workplace Retaliation Look Like?

Retaliation can be subtle—or blatantly obvious. It often follows what's called a "protected activity," such as: