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  "@type": "FAQPage",
  "name": "Boss is mad I filed back injury claim, can they fire me?",
  "description": "Retaliation illegal—document and report to commission if threatened[1].",
  "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-boss-is-mad-i-filed-back-injury-claim-can-they-fire-me-333",
  "mainEntity": [
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Boss is mad I filed back injury claim, can they fire me?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Retaliation illegal—document and report to commission if threatened[1].",
        "description": "**No, retaliation is illegal; protected under workers comp laws.** Document threats[1]. **Key factors:** Timing of discipline post-claim, performance records. **Practical guidance:** Report retaliation to Labor Commission, keep journal, don't quit. Sue if terminated. **Utah/Idaho prohibit this[1].**"
      }
    }
  ]
}