Horton Law Firm Blog Category: Retaliation
At-Will Employment and Its Exceptions in South Carolina
So many of the employees who reach out to me about potential legal claims are caught off guard by the fundamental realities of at-will employment. I am 100% certain I have said the following phrase at least five times a day for the last eleven years: “Here in South... read more
Retaliation for Participating in a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
For South Carolina employees who are thinking about bringing a lawsuit against an employer, one issue we have to discuss is the possible impact that such a lawsuit might have on future employment or reputation. This includes possible retaliation for participating in a... read more
Can I Be Fired for Missing Work Due to a Hurricane in South Carolina?
I’ve already have South Carolina employees reaching out to me about getting fired for missing work due to a hurricane, such as Hurricane Helene, which plowed through Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina last Friday. I expect employers firing employees for... read more
Retaliation for Unpaid Overtime and Minimum Wage Complaints
South Carolina employees often face retaliation for making complaints to management or HR about unpaid overtime or minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Some companies do not like being called out on their wage theft practices, and that can result in... read more
Retaliation for FMLA Leave in South Carolina
Employees in South Carolina who request or use a medical leave of absence (whether intermittent leave or continuous leave) under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) often face retaliation for FMLA leave by their employer. Retaliation for FMLA leave can take... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way we can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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