Speaking up about illegal or unethical practices in the workplace is never easy—but it’s the right thing to do. Fortunately, whistleblowers in New Jersey are protected under some of the strongest employee protection laws in the country. If you’ve faced retaliation for reporting wrongdoing at work in Berkeley Heights, Castronovo & McKinney is here to help with Protecting Your Rights and seeking justice on your behalf.
What Is a Whistleblower?
A whistleblower is an employee who reports unlawful conduct, fraud, safety violations, discrimination, harassment, or other wrongdoing by their employer. These reports may be made internally to HR or management, or externally to government agencies or legal authorities.
Common Whistleblower Scenarios Include:
- Reporting unsafe work conditions or OSHA violations
- Disclosing financial fraud or regulatory non-compliance
- Raising concerns about discrimination or harassment
- Refusing to participate in illegal activities
Your Legal Protections Under CEPA
New Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA) is one of the most comprehensive whistleblower protection laws in the United States. Under CEPA, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who:
- Report violations of law, regulation, or public policy
- Object to, or refuse to participate in, unlawful conduct
- Provide information or testimony during investigations
Retaliation can take the form of demotion, suspension, termination, harassment, or unfavorable job changes.
What to Do If You’ve Been Retaliated Against
- Document every incident of retaliation, including dates, emails, and witnesses
- Save all communications related to your original report and subsequent treatment
- File a formal complaint with your employer if possible
- Contact an experienced whistleblower attorney to evaluate your legal options
We Stand with Whistleblowers in Berkeley Heights
Protecting Your Rights after retaliation requires experienced legal representation. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC has a long track record of successfully representing whistleblowers throughout New Jersey. Their skilled legal team can help you recover lost wages, damages for emotional distress, and possibly punitive damages, while holding your employer accountable.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney Today
If you’ve suffered retaliation for doing the right thing, don’t stay silent. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and let their attorneys help you stand strong and seek justice.
New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924
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New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781
