According to EEOC data, the average out-of-court settlement for employment discrimination claims is about $40,000. Studies of verdicts have shown that about 10% of wrongful termination cases result in a verdict of $1 million or more. Of these, employees lost at least half of all cases.

What should I ask for in a retaliation settlement?

Employees who have experienced retaliation often ask for an award of “pain and suffering,” which includes the negative emotions (including anger, embarrassment, frustration, and the like), reputational harm, and other negative consequences you’ve experienced as a result of the retaliation.

What was the settlement for the retaliation lawsuit?

$600,000 settlement for a race and national origin discrimination, harassment and retaliation lawsuit involving one of the company’s top performers who was terminated for “poor performance” after reporting discrimination and harassment. $500,000 settlement for wrongful discharge and retaliation of a male energy company employee.

What is the risk of retaliation in California?

Verdicts from various California Courts, and settlements between the employee and employer, illustrate the risk of retaliation liability and retaliation claims that arises in the wake of employee complaints about mistreatment.

How can I sue my employer for retaliation?

Before you can pursue a case in court for retaliation, you must first file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency that handles discrimination, harassment, and retaliation charges.

Can a company be liable for a retaliation claim?

Even in cases where employers prove that a discrimination, harassment or other employment claim lacks merit, the employers may still be found liable because the complainant suffered adverse employment consequences after complaining.