New York employees of federal contractors and federal agencies are protected from retaliation from their employers from speaking out about wrongdoing. This is commonly known as whistleblower protection Common forms of retaliation may include: Termination of employment...
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Beware the covert counterstrike after blowing the whistle
Whistleblowers take a risk when they expose wrongdoing, facing potential retaliation for speaking out. Lawmakers have enacted laws that protect whistleblowers. However, sometimes mistreatment occurs anyway. Retaliation can be sneaky enough to make you wonder if you...
Do federal employees have whistleblower protection?
For federal employees who witness misconduct, fraud or abuse within their agencies, the Whistleblower Protection Act is a crucial shield against retaliation. Enacted in 1989 and fortified in 2012, the WPA safeguards federal employees who disclose significant agency...
How do qui tam rewards work?
Qui tam lawsuits play a crucial role in exposing and combating fraud against the government, and the potential for significant whistleblower rewards serves as a powerful incentive for individuals to come forward. How is that compensation figured? Here are some basics...
