Onderko v. Sierra Lobo, Inc. (Slip Opinion)

{¶ 1} In this discretionary appeal and certified-conflict case, we will determine whether establishing a prima facie case of retaliatory discharge under R.C. 4123.90 requires a showing that the plaintiff suffered a workplace injury. Based on the plain language of R.C. 4123.90, we hold that it does not. Accordingly, we affirm the judgment of the Sixth District Court of Appeals.

Facts and Procedural History

{¶ 2} Appellee, Michael P. Onderko, was hired as a full-time engineering tech with appellant, Sierra Lobo, Inc., in November 15, 2010. On August 9, 2012, Onderko was moving office furniture…