If a discrimination charge is filed against me, if the allegation is later found to be false, do I have any legal recourse against the person who brought the charge?

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I'm a Supervisor of a major electrical company. We are a union facility. I recently moved a employee out of a position for job performance. I put someone else there for a few days. I had several employees tell me they were interested in that position. I put up a job sign up for the position. I did not have to as this position is not covered in the union contract. I had three people sign up and I chose who I thought would do the best job. the person who i had put there for a few days has now filed a grievance for discrimination. If she loses do I have any legal recourse as this has hurt my image?

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Brenda Feigen / Feigen Law Group Answered 2 years ago | Contributor with 0 answers This attorney is licensed in California

You have legal recourse because you did nothing illegal, unless you discriminated against her (chose a man) because she's female.  I have done a lot of plaintiff's work and have noticed that people file charges (complain) when they have no legal leg to stand on.   Sounds like you did what you needed to do.  I'm admitted and in good standing in NY and CA.  If I can be of help please call or write me at 310-552-0808 or bfeigen@feigenlaw.com.  Brenda Feigen  P.s. If she makes defamatory statements about you (intentionally untrue) you also have grounds for a defamation action.

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