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0 points11235813214y ago0 comments

This time I agree with you (except for me having an iron will.) :) I think it’s important for those of us who understand when legal is the correct route to take to mention it as if it’s a normal course of action. Convincing people to even do a free consultation with an employment lawyer can be challenging, especially for lower earners who could benefit more from the restoration of their lost income.

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orionblastar4y ago

It isn't easy, and if other employers found out you sued your employer they might blacklist you.

You only get 1/3rd of your annual income, and the lawyer gets 2/3rd of the income for legal fees.

Plus a good lawyer can delay the case and drive up fees and court time to the point that it is not worth it anymore.

Maybe I should have sued, but I was scared of a backlash.

I didn't ask to have IBS, I developed it from all of the work stress. Sometimes it feels like I am passing glass, and the pain makes it last longer in the bathroom.

1123581321OP4y ago

40% is a more typical contingency fee. I totally understand being scared but I wish you had done more research on the risk to future jobs as well as how much it would’ve helped you financially, and helped other people at your former employer by providing them with a financial incentive to improve their practices.

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