The penalties for retaliation will vary depending on the specific facts of the case. In some cases, the employer may be required to pay the employee’s lost wages and benefits, as well as any attorney’s fees and costs incurred in pursuing the claim. In other cases, the employer may be required to reinstate the employee to their former position or take other corrective action. In some cases, the employer may be liable for punitive damages. The only way to know what penalties may be available in your case is to speak with an experienced attorney.