Whistleblower Retaliation Archives

What is the scope of discovery in a Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower case?

The scope of discovery in Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower cases is broad. In an order granting a motion to compel discovery in a Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower case, an ALJ held that “[u]nless it is clear that the information sought can have no possible bearing on a party’s claims or defenses, requests for discovery should be permitted.”

Can a Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower appeal an Administrative Law Judge’s decision?

How can a SOX whistleblower appeal an ALJ’s decision? A SOX whistleblower can file a petition for review with the ARB within 14 days after the … Continued

What is the statute of limitations for a SOX whistleblower retaliation case?

The deadline for a SOX whistleblower to file a complaint is 180 days after they either experience or become aware of the unlawful retaliation.[i] The clock starts ticking once “the discriminatory decision has been both made and communicated to the complainant.”[ii] A complaint is considered filed once the Department of Labor receives it. A complaint sent by mail, however, is considered filed on the date of its postmark.

What is the scope of discovery in a Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower case?

Can a Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower appeal an Administrative Law Judge’s decision?

What is the statute of limitations for a SOX whistleblower retaliation case?

Does the Whistleblower Protection Act Prohibit Retaliation for Refusing to Obey an Order Requiring a Violation of Law?

Does the Whistleblower Protection Act prohibit retaliation for the exercise of protected rights?

Are disclosures to an Inspector General protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act?

Does the Whistleblower Protection Act Prohibit Retaliation for the Exercise of Appeal or Grievance Rights?

What is the causation standard in a Whistleblower Protection Act case?

How does a whistleblower prove knowledge of protected whistleblowing?

What is a personnel action under the Whistleblower Protection Act?

What disclosures are protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act?

How can a federal employee whistleblower seek relief for whistleblower retaliation?

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