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Being fired shortly after filing a claim
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Demoted or reassigned to a less favorable position
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Reduced hours or pay
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Harassed or treated coldly by management
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Denied promotions or benefits
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Written up or disciplined unfairly
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Threatened for reporting the injury
If your employer’s behavior changed after your injury—or if you were discouraged from reporting it at all—you may have a retaliation claim.
You have the right to:
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File a workers’ compensation claim without retaliation
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Receive medical treatment and wage replacement under workers’ comp
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Take time off to recover without fear of termination
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Return to work when medically cleared
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Be protected from harassment or pressure to avoid filing
At DiSilvio Young, we help injured workers understand and assert these rights while pursuing compensation for the harm caused by unlawful retaliation.
What You May Be Entitled To
Workers’ Compensation Retaliation – Employment Law
You Reported an Injury. That Shouldn’t Cost You Your Job.
If you’ve been hurt at work, filing a workers’ compensation claim isn’t just your right—it’s your legal protection. But some employers punish injured workers for speaking up, filing claims, or taking time to recover. At DiSilvio Young, we stand up for employees who have been fired, demoted, harassed, or otherwise retaliated against for asserting their right to workers’ compensation.
We’re here to make sure you’re treated fairly—and to hold your employer accountable if you’re not.
What Is Workers’ Compensation Retaliation?
Examples of Retaliation After a Work Injury
Your Legal Rights
Workers’ compensation retaliation occurs when an employer takes adverse action against you because you filed a work injury claim or sought medical care for a job-related injury or illness.
This retaliation is illegal under most state laws, even in at-will employment states.
If you were retaliated against for filing a workers’ compensation claim, you may be entitled to:
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Lost wages and benefits
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Job reinstatement or compensation for lost future earnings
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Damages for emotional distress
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Attorneys’ fees and court costs
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Additional penalties under state employment laws
We’ll assess your situation and build a strong case tailored to your circumstances.
Why DiSilvio Young?
At DiSilvio Young, we know how vulnerable injured workers can feel—especially when their job is at stake. Our attorneys are experienced in both employment law and workers’ compensation retaliation claims. We offer aggressive legal representation paired with personal attention and respect.
We don’t represent employers or insurance companies—we fight for workers.
Take a Stand Against Retaliation
If you believe you were punished for filing a workers’ comp claim, don’t wait. There are strict deadlines for filing retaliation claims, and early action strengthens your case.