42 U.S.C. § 12203, titled "Prohibition against retaliation and coercion," safeguards individuals from facing negative consequences for exercising specific rights. It protects against both retaliation, which encompasses any discrimination faced for opposing unlawful practices, filing complaints, or participating in investigations, and coercion, which prohibits attempts to intimidate, threaten, or interfere with individuals exercising their rights or encouraging others to do so. This law fosters a climate where individuals can freely exercise their rights without fear of retribution, upholding the protections outlined within the relevant chapter.