Indianapolis Whistleblower Protection Lawyers
Employees who expose illegal activities in the workplace play a crucial role in maintaining integrity across various industries. If you have reported fraud, safety violations or other unlawful conduct and faced negative consequences, you may have legal options.
At Cleveland Lehner Cassidy Attorneys at Law, we advocate for whistleblowers throughout Indianapolis and Indiana. Our employee law attorneys understand the risks you face and work to protect your rights. Whether your case involves government fraud, workplace safety violations or financial misconduct, we are prepared to take action against employers who retaliate against those who report wrongdoing.
Types Of Whistleblower Claims
Whistleblower protections apply to employees who report various forms of illegal or unethical conduct. Common whistleblower claims include:
- False Claims Act violations
- Fraud against the government
- Workplace safety violations
- Environmental violations
- Financial fraud
- Health care fraud
- Securities violations
- Tax fraud
- Discrimination/harassment
- Public safety concerns
If you have witnessed any of these violations and taken action, legal protections may be available. Our firm helps whistleblowers understand their rights and pursue claims against those responsible.
Retaliation Examples
Unfortunately, many employees who expose misconduct face retaliation from their employers. Retaliation can take many forms, making it difficult for workers to continue in their roles. Some common examples include:
- Wrongful termination
- Demotion
- Pay reduction
- Schedule changes
- Harassment
- Hostile work environment
- Performance evaluations
- Transfer/reassignment
- Benefit changes
- Blacklisting
Retaliation is illegal, and employees have the right to take action against employers who punish them for reporting wrongdoing.
Compensation Available
Whistleblowers who experience retaliation or suffer professional setbacks due to their disclosures may be entitled to compensation. Depending on the circumstances, available remedies can include:
- Back pay
- Front pay
- Emotional distress
- Reinstatement
- Attorney fees
- Punitive damages
- Lost benefits
- Qui tam rewards
- Statutory damages
Pursuing compensation can help restore financial stability and hold employers accountable. Our firm is dedicated to helping whistleblowers secure the justice they deserve.
Speak With An Indianapolis Whistleblower Protection Lawyer
We represent whistleblowers throughout Indianapolis and Indiana, working to hold employers accountable for unlawful actions.
Contact us today at 317-953-2600 or send us a message online to schedule a consultation.