Category: Whistleblower

Whistleblower protections are essential to ensure that employees who report illegal or unethical activities at their workplaces are protected from retaliation. In New York City, these protections encourage employees to speak out without fear of losing their jobs or facing other negative consequences. But when exactly does NYC’s whistleblower protection kick in?...

The landscape of whistleblower protection under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) has recently shifted significantly. On February 8th, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling impacting how SOX retaliation claims are pursued. This blog examines the implications of this ruling for employers and potential whistleblowers.

Independent contractors often work without the security and benefits that regular employees enjoy, making their position in the workplace uniquely vulnerable. However, independent contractors are protected against whistleblower retaliation under New York State law. If you are working as an independent contractor and have evidence of wrongdoing by an organization, it takes...

Whistleblowers play a vital role in exposing unethical and illegal practices that harm the public interest. However, speaking up about wrongdoing often comes at a cost, as whistleblowers frequently face retaliation from their employers. 

Fortunately, both federal and state laws offer protections for whistleblowers who report employer misconduct. By...