Q: Is this considered workplace retaliation?
I went to my Union Rep and complained about my Supervisor. My Supervisor ended up finding out and canceled my overtime that he specifically said I could work. Is this retaliation?
A: Retaliation in the workplace generally refers to adverse actions taken by an employer in response to an employee engaging in protected activity, such as filing a complaint or participating in a union-related activity. If you believe that your supervisor canceled your overtime specifically because you complained about them to your union representative, it may potentially be considered retaliation.
A: Sometimes this makes you wonder who your Union is representing, doesn't it. Unfortunately, since you are represented by a Union, they are your exclusive representatives under the NLRA. You could file an unfair practices claim with them, or file a grievance with your union over the OT. Thanks for using Justia ask a lawyer.
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