Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Florida
demotion question
i have been working at my job for 2 and a half years with excellent reviews. Recently, I was demoted to a position below that which I was hired at. I was also dropped in pay to an amount below that which I was hired at. Two employees hire after me were neither demoted nor reduced in pay. I was told it was due to the current economic conditions. I have been routinely told that i do more work and a higher quality that my co workers. The two coworkers hired after me are male. I know I am in an at will hire state but I wanted to know if it was legal for them to drop my pay below what I was originally hired at. Also, what would I need if I suspected sexual discrimination was the reason for my demotion. thank you
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: demotion question
It sounds like a classic case of discrimination based on gender. In order to have an actionable case, you need an "adverse employment action." A demotion and a reduction in pay is a sufficient adverse employment action.
I have handled labor cases on behalf of both employers and employees. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your case with you further. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
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