Whistleblower Protections
Whistleblowers are individuals who have stepped up to report illegal activity by their employer, with just two examples being environmental violations or illegal workplace safety practices. Not surprisingly, such reporting can be met with resistance by some employers, or worse, retaliation. Laws have developed to protect whistleblowers from retaliation and encourage the practice of whistleblowing to continue. This section contains information and resources on whistleblower laws, what to do if you've been retaliated against for whistleblowing, and more. Please click on a link below to get started.
- Whistleblower Protections
A brief overview of federal and state law protections afforded to individuals who qualify as whistleblowers.
- What to Do If You’ve Been Fired for Whistleblowing
Information on the deadlines and next steps for individuals who have been fired for whistleblowing.
- Whistleblower Protections in Qui Tam Actions
A rundown on the law on lawsuits based on an employer's fraud on the government, also known as qui tam actions.
- OSHA Whistleblower Protection
Read about the federal laws that exist to encourage workplace safety and prevent retaliation against safety whistleblowers.