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Does Virginia law bar discrimination in the workplace?

Does Virginia law bar discrimination in the workplace? The Virginia Human Rights Act bars discrimination in the workplace and authorizes a private right of … Continued

What is tortious interference in Virginia?

Virginia recognizes a private cause of action for tortious interference with contract or business expectancy. A plaintiff can bring a claim for tortious interference when … Continued

What is whistleblower retaliation and how can a whistleblower retaliation lawyer remedy retaliation?

Whistleblower retaliation laws prohibit a broad range of retaliatory actions against whistleblowers, including any act that would dissuade a worker from engaging in protected whistleblowing.

Are culpable whistleblowers eligible to receive SEC whistleblower awards?

Yes. In many circumstances, culpable whistleblowers are eligible to receive SEC whistleblowers awards (see limitations below). The final rules of the SEC Whistleblower Program recognize … Continued

CFTC Whistleblower Program: What are the largest CFTC whistleblower awards?

Largest CFTC Whistleblower Awards Since 2014, the CFTC has issued more than $300 million in CFTC whistleblower awards. The largest CFTC whistleblower awards to date … Continued

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Our firm was informed that an alleged entity named “Zuckerman Legal” using the email address “[email protected]” is contacting businesses about alleged violations of federal securities … Continued

What is the Statute of Limitations for SEC Whistleblower Reward Cases?

Statute of Limitations for SEC Whistleblower Reward Cases The statute of limitations impacting SEC whistleblower reward cases is, with few exceptions, five years from … 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

What is a whistleblower?

What is a whistleblower? A whistleblower is a person who exposes wrongdoing, such as fraud, waste, and abuse of authority, corruption, or threats to public … Continued

Why hire an SEC whistleblower lawyer?

Why Hire an SEC Whistleblower Lawyer In contrast to False Claims Act (FCA) qui tam claims, a whistleblower reporting wrongdoing to the U.S. Securities and … Continued

How do I report securities fraud to the SEC and get an SEC whistleblower award?

How to Report Securities Fraud to the SEC To qualify for an award under the SEC Whistleblower Program, individuals must report securities fraud or … Continued

What is the SEC Office of the Whistleblower?

SEC Office of the Whistleblower In 2011, the SEC Office of the Whistleblower was created pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer … Continued

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