Whistleblowers play a critical role in uncovering corporate and government fraud; however, many potential whistleblowers fear retaliation from their current or former employer. This article outlines the legal protections afforded to whistleblowers to prevent retaliation and encourage them to come forward. What Constitutes Retaliation Under Whistleblower and Employment Law? Retaliation occurs when an employer fires a whistleblower or takes any adverse action after they report prohibited conduct. Adverse action includes…
Whistleblowers and the IRS Whistleblower Program have been vital in promoting fairness and accountability within the nation’s tax administration. As of June 2025, the IRS has paid over $1.3 billion awards based on the successful collection of $7.5 billion in restitution from noncompliant taxpayers, since issuing its first award in 2007. In Fiscal Year 2024, the IRS paid awards totaling $123.5 million based on whistleblower information on tax and other…
OSHA launches new self-audit initiatives to strengthen compliance with federal labor laws. On July 24, 2024, OSHA issued a press release detailing several new programs intended to help employers comply with federal labor laws. The programs focus on strengthening self-audits, in an effort to not only bolster compliance, but also protect workers and reduce the chance of costly and lengthy litigation or investigation. Although these programs span several industries, OSHA…
The Department of Justice (“DOJ”) recently had its biggest healthcare fraud takedown in history against defendants for participation in schemes involving over $14.6 billion in losses to the Government. DOJ charged 324 defendants, which included doctors, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other medical professionals, in connection with the various schemes. Acting Inspector General Juliet T. Hoghkins of the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General reported that it…
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