David Smiley

"I was involved in an accident while in the United States visiting from Jamaica. I was referred to an attorney who then sent me to Mr. Yeboah. Mr. Yeboah was able to settle my case for Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) in about two weeks after I signed with Yeboah Law Group. He told me that cases usually take longer but Mr. Yeboah was able to settle my case fast. Thank you Mr. Yeboah!"

David Smiley

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

2017-02-12T21:46:43+00:00

David Smiley

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Ron Cameron

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

2017-02-28T14:07:53+00:00

Ron Cameron

"I was racially discriminated against by one of the largest banks in the country. I felt very strongly about filing a racial discrimination case against them, but I didn’t know the first thing about my options. I consulted with Mr. Yeboah about what had transpired and what I wanted to do. He very professionally gave me a rundown of the steps and possible actions that could happen in result of those actions. He never persuaded me one way or the other, but always assured me whatever my decision he would fight for me. Long story short, I filed the discrimination claim with the EEOC and later sued that bank with Mr. Yeboah’s help. He walked me through and communicated with me the whole way. There was even a time, where it looked unlikely that the case would go in my favor, and I considered dropping the case. But he told me to wait and let him see what he could do. He went back and forth with the bank’s legal team, again this being one of the largest banks in the nation, and he was able to negotiate terms that we all were happy with. He turned something into nothing by refusing to give up. When I thought that this whole thing was going to be a loser, he turned it around for me. He never stopped fighting for me, even though he knew the case was challenging. He set the expectation for me from the beginning. He never overpromised, but just kept me informed of the complete situation. I would recommend Mr. Yeboah and the Yeboah Law Group to anyone who wants a fighter and an advocate, who’s not afraid to go to bat for you, and won’t sell you a dream, but keeps you in the loop and...

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Chaseha LadyLibra Tice

"Mr. Yeboah is very good at what he does no matter what the case is. He's all about clients and getting the job done well. I would recommend anyone to call him for their case."

Chaseha LadyLibra Tice

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

2017-02-28T14:05:29+00:00

Chaseha LadyLibra Tice

"Mr. Yeboah is very good at what he does no matter what the case is. He's all about clients and getting the job done well. I would recommend anyone to call him for their case."

https://yeboahlawgroup.com/blog/testimonials/chaseha-ladylibra-tice/

Terrence Garrison

"Mr. Yeboah is an excellent attorney. I trust him with all of my legal affairs."

Terrence Garrison

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

2017-02-28T14:06:52+00:00

Terrence Garrison

"Mr. Yeboah is an excellent attorney. I trust him with all of my legal affairs."

https://yeboahlawgroup.com/blog/testimonials/terrence-garrison/

Mary

"The firm has taken several cases and concerns as if it was their own. I am very pleased with the victory winnings in all my cases. Samuel Yaboah really knows the laws and gets the job done."

Mary

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

2017-08-14T13:31:29+00:00

Mary

"The firm has taken several cases and concerns as if it was their own. I am very pleased with the victory winnings in all my cases. Samuel Yaboah really knows the laws and gets the job done."

https://yeboahlawgroup.com/blog/testimonials/mary/

Yeboah Law Group, P.A.

Whistleblower Retaliation

Fort Lauderdale Employment Discrimination Lawyers Discuss Whistleblower Retaliation in Florida Workplaces

Pursuing justice on behalf of South Florida employees harmed by workplace discrimination

As a South Florida employee who is loyal to your employer, it took a lot of courage to come forward and become a whistleblower when you discovered that the leaders of your company were engaged in illegal and potentially harmful practices. You were confident that the law would protect you for doing the right thing, but after weeks of harassing and bullying behavior at work, you were finally fired. Your willingness to step forward and report on your employer’s wrongdoing has cost you your job.

At the Yeboah Law Group, our Fort Lauderdale employment discrimination lawyers are here to fight for your protection from the retaliation you have experienced after becoming a whistleblower at work. We will be your strongest advocate and make sure that all the protections of the law are working in your favor.

An example of a successful whistleblower retaliation case

In May 2017, a federal appeals court ordered a railway company to pay $260,000 in punitive and compensatory damages, and take corrective action on behalf of an employee who was subjected to retaliation and firing after the employee filed a whistleblower complaint. OSHA investigated the complaint and found that the employer retaliated against the worker when he tried to report an injury.

What are the federal whistleblower laws in place to protect employees?

Florida has a state whistleblower retaliation statute, called the Florida Whistleblower’s Act, which make it illegal for employers to retaliate against an employee who has reported on the illegal or unethical practices of his or her employer. A Florida employee who is facing whistleblower retaliation may file a complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) and the EEOC, and then may bring a civil action within the time allowed by applicable law.

The remedies available under Florida law, include:

Reinstatement to the same or equivalent position the employee had before the adverse action
Reinstatement of the employee’s benefits and seniority
Compensation for lost wages, benefits, and other losses due to the adverse action
Payment of attorney fees and court costs

There are several federal whistleblower protection laws which protect employees from retaliation across several industries and within the government. Some of which include the following:

Dodd Frank Act (DFA). Protects whistleblowers who have provided information to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Commodities Futures Trading Commission, or the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.
Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA). Protects federal employees.
Federal False Claims Act (FCA). Protects employees who expose government fraud.
Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA). [49 U.S.C §20109] Protects employees of railway carriers, their contractors and subcontractors.
Consumer Financial Protection Act (CFPA). [12 U.S.C. §5567]. Protects employees in the finance industry.
FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) [21 U.S.C. 399d]. Protects employees of food manufacturers.
Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century. Protects workers in the aviation industry.

Examples of adverse employment actions in whistleblower retaliation cases

The U.S. Department of Labor provides information about the protections available to whistleblowers. By law, employers may not take an “adverse action” against whistleblowers such as:

Firing or laying off
Blacklisting
Demoting
Denying overtime or promotion
Disciplining
Denial of benefits
Failure to hire or rehire
Intimidation/harassment
Making threats
Reassignment affecting prospects for promotion
Reducing pay or hours

How can a Fort Lauderdale employment discrimination lawyer help?

When you have been fired from your job for doing what you believed was the right thing, it can feel lonely and you might wonder if your life is ruined forever. The skilled Fort Lauderdale employment discrimination attorneys at the Yeboah Law Group understand your fears and concerns and we are here to listen to your story and offer legal guidance on how you can get your job back and pursue the remedies available to you under Florida state law and federal law. We will be your advocate; we will protect your rights when it seems like the world is against you.

Schedule a consultation with an experienced Fort Lauderdale employment discrimination attorney today

Does your livelihood feel threatened because of whistleblower actions that you took? Has your employer retaliated against you because you reported illegal or questionable practices going on at your place of employment? The Fort Lauderdale employment discrimination attorneys from Yeboah Law Group are committed to being strong advocates for our clients who have been treated unfairly by employers who are breaking the law. We invite you to schedule a consultation so that we can discuss the legal options available to you. You are encouraged to call us today at 954-764-2338 or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation with our legal team right away.

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