Whistleblower Employment Protections Archives

Are CFTC whistleblowers protected against retaliation?

Yes, Section 23(h)(1) of the Commodity Exchange Act prohibits retaliation by a covered employer against a whistleblower. The whistleblower protection provision of the CEA is … Continued

Which whistleblower protection laws employ the contributing factor causation standard?

The “contributing factor” causation standard is favorable for whistleblowers. The words “a contributing factor” means any factor which, alone or in connection with other … Continued

SEC Whistleblower Program: What employment protections are available for SEC whistleblowers?

The Dodd-Frank Act, which created the SEC Whistleblower Program, prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers for raising concerns about potential securities law violations. Remedies for a … Continued