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Employer Retaliation After employer requiring COVID vaccine exemption denied

Started by asking_for_friend_renter_2023 · Jan 9, 2023 · 1,356 views · 6 replies
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asking_for_friend_renter_2023 OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

employer requiring COVID vaccine exemption denied. I've been dealing with this for about 7 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 3 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I specialize in this area of law. Here's my take on the legal issues.

This is a common situation and the law is fairly clear. Under OSHA regulations, a safety violation.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

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RemoteWorker_EU

I went through almost the exact same thing.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

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ContractorMike_CA

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

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StripeSurvivor

One thing worth mentioning: if the other party violates a settlement agreement, you can go back to court for enforcement. Make sure any settlement is in writing and signed by all parties. Verbal agreements are much harder to enforce.

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BiometricData_IL Verified Attorney

PSA: many consumer protection statutes allow recovery of attorney fees and treble (3x) damages. This means even if your actual damages are small, the statutory multiplier can make it worthwhile to pursue. Check your state's consumer protection act.