American workers who complain about race or age discrimination on the job can sue their bosses for any subsequent retaliation. In two decisions announced on Tuesday, the US Supreme Court embraced an expansive view of certain civil rights laws that do not explicitly outlaw acts of retaliation. Nonetheless, the majority justices said the overall purpose of the laws suggests an intent by Congress to prevent discrimination – including retaliation aimed at punishing those who file age- or race-discrimination complaints…The majority justices ruled that employees can claim legal protections against retaliation even if the law does not specifically bar acts of retaliation. [refers to Cracker Barrel (part of CBRL Group)]