Whistle Blower Claims

While the definition varies somewhat by statute, the term whistleblower generally refers to an employee who opposes, refuses to participate in, reports, or threatens to report an activity by the employer that violates a law, rule or regulation.  An objection to work practices that do not violate any specific law, rule or regulation, generally does not trigger whistleblower protection.

The law protects whistleblowers from retaliation in the form of adverse employment actions such as termination, demotion, cut in hours, transfer, or reprimands. 
Are there any other forms of retaliation that are prohibited?

Retaliation for Filing (or attempts to claim) Workers’ Compensation (Injury on the job)

Florida law protects employees from retaliation for filing or attempting to claim a right (lost wages for days unable to work due to injury or right to see a doctor) protected under Florida Workers’ Compensation laws.  If you have been injured on the job and your employee has retaliated against you, call us immediately.  

If you have any questions about retaliation, call Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC for a free consultation at 305-416-5000 or toll free at 1-800-510-0442 or fill out the online request form

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