Whistle blowing

·        A whistleblower reports wrongdoing in the workplace, must disclose the wrongdoing to a public agency or governmental subdivision the activity, policy, or practice of the employer that the employee reasonably believes is in violation of a law or public policy. Unfortunately, whistleblowers may suffer retaliation for the important public service.  This retaliation is unlawful.  Retaliation is defined to include discharge, suspension, demotion, or any other action that adversely affects the terms and conditions of the employment.

·        If you prevail in a whistleblower suit the law may provide one of the following remedies: reinstatement of your former position, the payment of back wages, full reinstatement of your fringe benefits and seniority rights, actual damages, or any combination of these remedies.  Your employer may also be charged all or a portion of the costs of litigation, including reasonable attorney fees and witness fees.

·        Our attorneys have extensive experience in determining if you meet the standard for a whistle blowing situation including retaliation at the hands of their employers due to whistle blowing activities.  Our attorneys have litigated these violations in state, federal and administrative forums.  Your time for remedy is limited under the law. 
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