Virginia whistleblower laws Archives

What is the Virginia whistleblower retaliation law?

Effective July 1, 2020, Virginia’s whistleblower retaliation law affords broad protections to employees disclosing violations of Virginia or federal laws and regulations or engaging in other … Continued

Virginia Whistleblower Protection Law

Virginia Whistleblower Protection Lawyers Collapse Our Virginia whistleblower lawyers have substantial experience combating retaliation and obtaining relief for our clients. To find out if you have … Continued

What Virginia laws prohibit retaliation against an employee for reporting discrimination?

Both state and federal law prohibits employers in Virginia from retaliating against employees for reporting discrimination.

What Damages or Remedies Can a Virginia Employee Recover in a Discrimination Lawsuit?

Under the Virginia Human Rights Act (VA HRA) as amended by the Virginia Values Act (SB 868), as of July 1, 2020 a prevailing employee in a discrimination case under state law may recover significant damages.

Are Whistleblowers in Virginia Eligible for Whistleblower Rewards or Bounties?

An individual who blows the whistle on fraud on the state including misuse of state funds is eligible for a reward under the Virginia Fraud Against Taxpayers Act (VFATA), Va. Code § 8.01-216.1 et seq. VFATA prohibits fraud on the state government and provides for whistleblower rewards for those who uncover such waste of taxpayer funds. The VFATA closely mirrors the federal False Claims Act.

If you are seeking representation concerning a potential whistleblower rewards or whistleblower retaliation case, call our whistleblower lawyers today at 202-262-8959.

What Virginia laws reward or protect whistleblowers?

If you have suffered retaliation for whistleblowing, it is critical to retain an experienced Virginia whistleblower lawyer to thoroughly assess potential claims and devise a strategy to maximize your recovery.

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What laws protect health care whistleblowers against retaliation in Virginia?

Collapse What laws protect health care whistleblowers in Virginia? VA Code Ann. §§ 63.2-1730 and 31 protect certain health care workers from retaliation for reporting … Continued

How Can Our Tysons Corner Employment Lawyers Help you Remedy Your Employment Dispute?

When you have worked hard to achieve success in your career and you suffer discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, you need an experienced advocate with … Continued