Workplace Retaliation Lawyer in Bakersfield
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Punished for Doing the Right Thing?
Standing up for your rights at work takes courage. Whether you reported harassment, filed a wage claim, or acted as a whistleblower, you did what was right. The last thing you should expect is to be punished for it. Yet, employers often illegally punish employees who speak out, creating a toxic environment of fear and intimidation. This is called workplace retaliation, and it is illegal.
If you have been targeted, demoted, or even fired after engaging in a legally protected activity, you are not alone. At Marquee Advocacy Group, our dedicated workplace retaliation lawyers fight for employees in Bakersfield who have been wronged. We believe that no one should lose their job or suffer just for telling the truth. As your employment retaliation lawyer, we will be your shield and your sword, fighting to hold your employer accountable and secure the justice you deserve.
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What is Workplace Retaliation?
Retaliation occurs when an employer takes an "adverse employment action" against an employee because they engaged in a "legally protected activity." It’s that simple. To have a claim, you need to show these two key things:
You Participated in a Legally Protected Activity:
This includes a wide range of actions where you are exercising your rights under the law. Common examples include:
- Reporting sexual harassment or discrimination
- Filing a claim for unpaid wages or overtime
- Requesting a reasonable accommodation for a disability or religious belief
- Serving as a witness in a coworker's harassment investigation
- Reporting illegal or unsafe practices (whistleblowing)
- Taking legally protected medical or family leave (FMLA/CFRA)
Your Employer Took an Adverse Action Against You:
An adverse action is any action that negatively affects the terms and conditions of your employment. It doesn't have to be as blatant as being fired. Examples include:
- Wrongful termination
- Demotion or being passed over for a promotion
- A sudden, unexplained negative performance review
- Having your pay cut or your hours reduced
- Being excluded from meetings or important projects
- Being transferred to a less desirable shift, role, or location
- Increased scrutiny or harassment by a manager
If you believe these actions were a direct result of you speaking up, you may have a strong case. Contacting a lawyer for retaliation at work is the most important step you can take to understand your rights.
Why You Need a Workplace Retaliation Lawyer
Proving retaliation can be challenging. Employers rarely admit they are punishing an employee for reporting illegal activity. Instead, they will often create a false reason—like "poor performance" or "company restructuring"—to justify their actions.
This is where an experienced employment retaliation attorney becomes essential. We know how to uncover the truth.
We Build Your Case
We gather evidence to establish a clear link between your protected activity and the employer's adverse action. This can include analyzing the timing of events, finding inconsistencies in the employer's story, and collecting witness statements.
We Prove Pretext
Our job is to show that the reason your employer gave for their action was just a pretext (a cover-up) for their illegal retaliatory motive.
We Protect Your Rights
We handle all communication with your employer, protecting you from further intimidation while we fight to recover compensation for your lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages.
If you are searching for workplace retaliation lawyers, look no further. The team at Marquee Advocacy Group has the experience and dedication to fight for you and pursue the compensation you deserve.
The Marquee Method: No Win, No Money
At Marquee Advocacy Group, we believe that justice should not depend on your ability to pay. That's why we operate on the No Win, No Money Marquee Method, ensuring everyone can afford expert legal representation.
You Pay Nothing Upfront
We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis. This means there are no initial retainers or hourly fees to worry about.
We Only Get Paid If You Win
Our fee is entirely contingent on a successful outcome. We receive a pre-agreed percentage of the compensation we recover for you.
No Win, No Money
If we do not win your case, you owe us absolutely nothing for our legal services. This removes all financial risk from pursuing the justice you deserve.
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Don't Be Silenced—Contact Us Today
You had the courage to speak up. Now, let us have your back. If you are a victim of workplace retaliation, contact Marquee Advocacy Group today for a free and confidential consultation. Our team of dedicated employment retaliation lawyers is here to listen to your story and explain your options. Let us be your voice and fight for the justice you have earned.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A protected activity is any action you take to assert your rights or the rights of others under state and federal law. It's not just filing a formal lawsuit. Common protected activities include:
- Reporting discrimination or harassment to HR or a manager.
- Complaining about unpaid wages or unsafe working conditions.
- Requesting a reasonable accommodation for a disability or religious practice.
- Serving as a witness in an investigation into workplace misconduct.
- Refusing to perform an illegal act.
- Taking legally protected leave, such as FMLA or CFRA.