Whistleblower

The railroad industry provides income for many Americans. However, some companies in the industry violate safety and security rights. Workers in such companies are highly susceptible to injuries and illnesses. Besides not protecting employees, these companies may also...

You’re a conscientious rail worker and a loyal employee. You go out of your way each day to ensure that you perform your duties to the highest standards. Unfortunately, not everyone shares the same values as you.  You’ve spotted some activities going on at work that...

Railroad workers sometimes find themselves in a difficult situation where they know their employer has done something unsafe or illegal. Improper billing practices, working with uncertified professionals and using substandard materials are all examples of scenarios...

The False Claims Act is a law that protects whistleblowers who report fraud against the government. This includes fraud committed by companies that contract with the government, such as railway companies.  If you are a railway worker and you see evidence of fraud, you...

One of the things that some people who consider themselves whistleblowers worry about is that they may make a claim that doesn’t turn out to be true. They worry that their perception about what is happening may not be as accurate as they think and that their employers...

As a railroad worker, you may notice safety or security violations at your place of work and bring them to the attention of your employer or the government. When this happens, and you begin to face adverse action at the workplace, it could amount to retaliation....

You may find your employer or other employees cutting corners to make your job look like it’s running at a safe and steady pace. As an employee, you have rights and protection to ensure you can report when your job is casting a blind eye over their dangerous or...

Maybe you just started your job, or perhaps you transferred to a different department. While you trained with the person who will be your supervisor or who you will replace, they say some things that worry you. For example, they may talk about writing down that they...

When whistleblowers are considering if they should take action or not, they often run into something of a dilemma. They're just not sure what to do, and it's a hard decision to make. The consequences in either direction can feel monumental. This often means that...

Railroad crossings are one of the most dangerous points on the whole rail system. The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration reports that 1,279 people have died in the 10,525 railroad crossing incidents during the past five years. Drivers...