Retaliation is the most common EEOC charge. Even when an original complaint has no merit, punishing the employee for raising it can create liability. NAE helps Nevada employers prevent retaliation through training, policies and careful decisions.
Teach managers what retaliation looks like and how to respond to complaints.
Members can call NAE before disciplining or terminating an employee who recently complained.
Retaliation happens when an employer takes adverse action because an employee engaged in protected activity. Protected activity can include complaining about discrimination or harassment, requesting accommodation, taking protected leave, raising wage or safety concerns, filing a workers’ comp claim or taking part in an investigation.
Adverse action is broader than firing. It can include schedule cuts, demotions, poor reviews or exclusion.
Be most careful right after an employee:
Planning a separation? Use the termination checklist.
Strategy depends on day-to-day HR done well. NAE can also help employers with hands-on support, quick answers, and compliance resources.
✓ Need quick answers to HR questions? Use the NAE HR Hotline
✓ Need hands-on HR help? Get an HR Assistant
✓ Want a complete outsourced option? Explore Outsourced HR Services
NAE membership connects Nevada employers with HR expertise, training opportunities, and ongoing HR resources designed to support their organizations year-round.
Member benefits include discounted training programs, educational resources, HR support, compliance information, and access to additional employer services.
Yes, for legitimate, documented reasons unrelated to the complaint. Review the decision carefully first.
Yes. A good-faith complaint is generally protected even if it turns out to be unfounded.
Treat the employee normally, keep the matter confidential and talk to HR before any adverse action.
Membership includes the HR Hotline, discounted training, compliance resources and more. Annual membership is $1,595 for employers with fewer than 150 Nevada employees and $2,395 for 150 or more. See membership benefits
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