New York City Employment Lawyer

The United States Supreme Court is reviewing the case of Crawford v. Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, which pertains to the scope of anti-retaliation provisions in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. At issue in the case is whether Vicky Crawford — an employee who did not file a complaint but participated in an internal investigation into complaints against another employee — was terminated in retaliation for her role in the process.

The investigation concluded that Gene Hughes — who had been hired to oversee certain employment issues in the Metropolitan School District — had acted inappropriately, but there was no disciplinary enforcement. Shortly after the completion of the internal proceedings, all the female employees — including Crawford — who had participated in the investigation were fired.

Now, the Supreme Court will determine whether Crawford holds a protected status, despite not filing a complaint herself. The outcome of this case will have a broad impact on the future of internal investigations and the interpretation and application of anti-retaliation laws, so be sure to follow the decision.

If you have been the victim of workplace retaliation, contact the New York City wrongful termination attorneys at the Cary Kane, LLP, by calling 212-868-6300.