Protecting Whistleblowers & The Injured
The U.S. Department of Labor reported an investigation resulted in a payment of $667,000 to two railroad workers due to whistleblower retaliation in 2021. This judgment helps to underscore the importance of workers not being afraid to stand up for safety and report...
As a railroad worker, you have a right to file a report against your company if you witness practices that could pose a danger to yourself, your colleagues or society. Railroad accidents have devastating consequences, but sometimes, a whistleblower may have his or her...
State laws have varying provisions regarding whistleblower complaints. Still, auditing agencies encourage any citizen to file a whistleblower complaint about unjust activities. They might include corruption, unethical actions, state law violations, mismanagement,...
Whistleblowers help to uncover and prevent misconduct by businesses. If you are considering reporting any wrongdoing in your workplace, one of the best things you can do is create a written record of the offense and its details, as well as keep any relevant documents....
The government encourages whistleblowers to come forward and report violations freely. However, some workers might hesitate to do so because of retaliation in the workplace. Some forms of retaliation can seem more subtle than others, such as intentionally uninviting...
Do you ever feel like your boss is trying to get you to quit your job? There are many reasons that a company owner may do this. One of the most common is motivated by a desire to avoid paying unemployment. They may be trying to convince you to quit so that they don’t...
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...
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