FAQs Archive

What damages or remedies are available for victims of sexual harassment?

Damages or Remedies for Sexual Harassment Several different types of remedies are available under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act if you prevail … Continued

Can a single incident of harassment suffice to establish liability?

Yes, a single act of severe harassment can be actionable in certain, limited circumstances. Examples include: female supervisor grabbed waiter’s penis through his pockets; … Continued

In a sexual harassment case, does it matter if it is a supervisor versus a co-worker who is harassing me?

Yes, the employer may automatically be liable if a supervisor’s harassment of an employee causes an adverse action such as termination, lost wages, or … Continued

What is a hostile work environment?

A hostile work environment is another form of sexual harassment. A hostile work environment is one filled with discriminatory intimidation, ridicule, and insult that … Continued

What is quid pro quo harassment?

Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment Quid pro quo harassment is a type of sexual harassment. “Quid pro quo” means “this for that” or “something for … Continued

What is workplace sexual harassment?

It is illegal to harass an employee because of that person’s sex. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), this unlawful sexual harassment includes … Continued

Are cybersecurity whistleblowers protected against retaliation?

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) will often protect cybersecurity professionals who work directly for public corporations or those corporations’ service providers. Yet further, the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010 (DFA) could allow information security workers to receive a whistleblower reward for reporting cybersecurity concerns to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), in some cases.

How do I choose the best whistleblower attorney?

Choosing the Best Whistleblower Attorney for Your Whistleblower Reward or Whistleblower Retaliation Claim There is no shortage of whistleblower law firms and whistleblower attorneys … Continued

Can tax whistleblowers remain anonymous?

Tax Whistleblower Anonymity – IRS Whistleblower Program The IRS Whistleblower Program does not expressly authorize tax whistleblowers to submit tips anonymously and remain eligible for … Continued

What is the purpose of the False Claims Act whistleblower protection provision?

False Claims Act Whistleblower Protection The whistleblower protection provision of the False Claims Act encourages private citizens to act as whistleblowers when they suspect … Continued

What is materiality under the False Claims Act?

The False Claims Act (FCA) defines “material” as “having a natural tendency to influence, or be capable of influencing, the payment or receipt of money or property.” 31 U.S.C. § 3729(b)(4).

What is “Scienter” Under the False Claims Act?

Scienter Under the False Claims Act Does Not Require Proof of Specific Intent An ordinary breach of a government contract caused by an honest mistake ordinarily … Continued

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