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In the realm of employment, there are times when one may come across unethical or unlawful conduct within the workplace. Recognizing these signs might indicate the presence of a potential whistleblower case. 1. Suspected wrongdoings ignored When you bring attention to...
Not all companies play perfectly by the book. The National Whistleblower Center found that whistleblowers can expose frauds much better than professional auditors can, saving shareholders and customers a lot of time and money. Whistleblowing, which involves reporting...
Are you concerned about activity at your Hawaii job that is not above board? You have a right to report this behavior without fear of repercussions. Here are three frequently asked questions about reporting unethical or illegal behavior in the workplace, also known as...
The Occupational Safety and Health Act provides protections for whistleblowers who engage in specific protected activities. These protections exist to discourage employers from retaliating against employees who engage in protected actions. Which actions do...
Individuals who obtain security clearance work at the highest levels of national and international organizations. They handle top-secret information, such as military secrets and government policies, that cannot be read by general members of the public. Employees with...
According to Section 21F of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Securities and Exchange Commission pays awards to whistleblowers. However, payments are due on certain conditions and limitations. If you live in Hawaii and need to know if you're eligible for...
If you notice some illegal activity that is taking place inside the company you work at, becoming a whistleblower can help protect the company and everyone else who works there. With that being said, there are certain things you should consider before blowing the...
Enticed by big bucks and relatively little oversight, some Hawaii doctors might betray their Hippocratic oath to "treat the ill to the best of one's ability." Kickbacks, over-medicating, over-billing, prescription abuse and other malfeasances can constitute medical...
Employees in Hawaii who witness illegal business activities can report the incident to the business's executives or an authoritative group like OSHA or the SEC. Employees who report these incidents are referred to as whistleblowers and are granted various protections...
A whistleblower is someone who makes a report about unethical activity, fraud, abuse, waste or similar actions to an agency that can respond appropriately. While often an employee, a whistleblower may be someone who has knowledge in some other capacity, such as a...