Click to call
(319) 754-6400

Employer Retaliation and Your Iowa Workers’ Comp Rights

employer relation
October 22, 2020
By Niko Pothitakis
Category: Workers' Compensation
When you’re hurt on the job, getting workers' comp benefits can be easier said than done. You may be worried about more than a denial letter, too. You may be worried that your boss will retaliate against you for filing a workers' comp claim.  While it’s illegal in Iowa to retaliate against someone for seeking workers compensation, employers don’t always follow the law to the letter. Because of this, you may need to learn more about employer retaliation and your Iowa workers' comp rights. That information can help you get the right lawyer on your case to protect your rights as a worker. 

What If My Employer Retaliates Against Me? 

In Iowa, it’s illegal to terminate employment just because you filed a workers' comp claim. That means if your employer fired you, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. You have a right to your workers' comp benefits when you’re hurt on the job.  Your employer may have also broken the law if they demoted you, cut your pay, or took disciplinary action against you. If the action is unfounded and based on the fact that you were seeking workers' comp, they could face penalties for their actions.  If you believe your employer has retaliated against you, your workers comp lawyer in Iowa can help you gather evidence for your case. You’ll need to prove you’re due workers' comp benefits, that your employer took action against you, and that your employer reacted to your workers comp claim. 

Gathering Evidence for Your Workers' Comp Claim

If you have grounds to file a lawsuit against your employer, gathering evidence may be your first step to getting justice after your employer retaliates against you. The evidence you need to prove your claim may depend on the details of your claim and why you believe your employer is acting inappropriately.  For example, your employer may have said something directly to you or another person at your place of employment. Video evidence, written statements, and eyewitnesses can all help your claim succeed.  If you’re unsure what evidence to use for your claim, your workers comp lawyer can help. They have the tools you need to gather evidence that helps your claim, and they can present that evidence in the courtroom against your employer. 

Protect Your Iowa Workers' Comp Rights with a Lawyer

When you’re hurt on the job, you may need your Iowa workers' comp benefits in order to recover quickly and completely. It’s hard to recover from a serious injury without that financial support. Unfortunately, your employer may do more than deny your claim. They may retaliate against you, trying to protect profits and avoid paying for your loss.  At Pothitakis Law Firm, PC, we’re prepared to fight for the workers' comp benefits you’re due. We’re also here to help workers who have been retaliated against take legal action to recover. If you believe your employer illegally retaliated against you, call (866) 753-4692 or complete the online contact form below to learn more about your options during a free consultation. 
Photo of Niko Pothitakis
For the past 15 years Mr. Pothitakis has focused his practice on Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Cases. The firm has two locations, one being in Burlington, Iowa and the other in Keokuk, Iowa. Mr. Pothitakis works with many area unions and employee organizations to provide advice, assistance, and guidance as it relates to employment issues. Mr. Pothitakis provides free consultations to those with legal questions in the firm's areas of practice. In this initial meeting or conference potential clients are provided advice on their need for assistance and how they need to proceed.

If you have been hurt on the job in Iowa, call our personal injury and workers' compensation law firm.

If you have questions or would like to request a no-obligation consultation with our attorneys, please call us at 319-432-0753 or complete the contact form on this page.

Call Us Today: 319-432-0753

Related Posts