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What Does New York City Consider Whistleblowing?

A whistleblower is someone who “blows the whistle” on, or exposes illegal activity within a private, public, or governmental organization. Such illegal activity might include unsafe practices, illicit activity, fraud, misuse of taxpayer money, etc. A whistleblower is often an employee or the organization and could expose the information to either internal or external authorities.

Are you experiencing pressure from your employer regarding whistleblowing? The law protects New York's Leading Lawyersemployees who, under certain circumstances, “blow the whistle,” or report to the government or law enforcement agency employers who are breaking the law. Our team at Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP is backed by over 110 years of experienced combined. We take whistleblowing cases seriously and will do everything in our power to ensure you are treated fairly by your employer.

Have a question about your rights? Contact our whistleblower attorneys in New York online or call (646) 490-0221.

What are the Rights for Whistleblowers?

Such employees may not be fired, mistreated, or otherwise retaliated against for “whistle blowing,” as long as the employee has a reasonable basis for his or her belief that the activity was illegal, even if the employer did not actually violate the law.

Are There Exceptions to Whistleblower Rights?

Employees must report the illegal activity of their employers to authorities outside the company. If the employee complains internally within the company, the employee is not protected by the whistleblower laws. However, he or she may be protected by retaliation laws, if the employee is complaining of discrimination or sexual harassment.

Furthermore, in response to recent corporate scandals, Congress has enacted the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which provides broad protections for employees of public companies who “whistle blow” or complain about fraud by their employers.

Protect Your Rights as a Whistleblower

Whistleblowing is an important act of courage and integrity that helps expose wrongdoing and protect the public interest. If you have witnessed illegal activities or unethical behavior within your workplace or organization, it is crucial to understand your rights as a whistleblower and the legal protections available to you.

At Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP, our team of experienced New York whistleblower attorneys is dedicated to advocating for individuals who have blown the whistle on fraud, corruption, or other illegal activities. We are committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that you are not retaliated against for doing the right thing.

When you choose our firm to represent you as a whistleblower, you can expect:

  • Thorough understanding of New York City's whistleblower laws and regulations
  • Expert guidance throughout the entire whistleblowing process
  • Protection against retaliation from your employer or colleagues
  • Assistance in gathering evidence and building a strong case
  • Representation in negotiations, settlement discussions, or court proceedings

By seeking legal representation from our dedicated team, you can have peace of mind knowing that your rights as a whistleblower will be protected and that you will have a knowledgeable advocate fighting for your best interests.

Call Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP to Protect Your Rights

If you are encountering issues with your employer regarding whistleblowing, you might wish to contact an attorney to represent your rights. We have the experience to help you, and will be pleased to meet with you in an initial interview that will be free of charge. At that time, we will be able to determine whether we believe we can help you and you will have the opportunity to decide whether you wish to invite us to do so.

Are you experiencing pressure from your employer regarding whistleblowing? The law protects employees who, under certain circumstances, “blow the whistle,” or report to the government or law enforcement agency employers who are breaking the law. Our team at Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP is backed by over 110 years of experienced combined. We take whistleblowing cases seriously and will do everything in our power to ensure you are treated fairly by your employer.

Call our whistleblower lawyer in New York at (646) 490-0221 right away to get started.

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Why Choose Schwartz Perry & Heller LLP?

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    "Always available, conscientious and extremely knowledgeable."

    Outstanding lawyer. Always available, conscientious and extremely knowledgeable. Excellent at following-up both with his clients and with opposing counsel. Regardless of the size of the case, Brian will put in the work and always treat his clients with the utmost professionalism and respect.

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    I received the most compassionate and professional assistance from SP&H. I felt that Mr. Heller truly cared about me and the situation I was in. He was able to be my voice during a difficult time. He responded promptly to any correspondence, took the time to explain to me any questions or concerns, and helped ease any kind of stress that I had during a dispute with a previous employer. I highly recommend this firm. You are not just a number, they treat you like family. I trusted them entirely. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your devoted time and effort in my legal matter.

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    Davida Perry and Brian Heller are very caring, attentive and highly skilled negotiators who gave me expert representation to win my negotiation and achieve my goals.
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    Words are inadequate to express how truly grateful I am to Schwartz & Perry, especially Brian Heller for his help. I first met Mr. Schwartz and Brian Heller a few years ago when I was working at an international firm in an IT role when I contacted them for the free consultation because I felt that I was being setup to be fired. I knew I was being treated unfairly by my manager. I felt utterly helpless and had no idea who to turn to. After meeting with Mr. Schwartz and Brian Heller, I came to understand that the unfair treatment I endured was actually discrimination. They counselled me through being fired and negotiating a settlement; an extremely upsetting and exhausting experience. They explained the rules of employment law while treating me with dignity and kindness. Due to the skill and knowledge of these attorneys, I received a substantial settlement and was able to move on to another company with my self-respect intact and without the financial hardship that would have resulted from losing my job. They also ensured that this employer could not damage my reputation going forward with future employers. Recently, when I had another issue with a different employer; I called Brian Heller right away. I knew that Brian, being extremely well versed on the latest employment laws, would be able to help me. Brian carefully guided me and I was able to “ride the wave” of unprofessionalism and threats of litigation coming my way from my former employer’s attorney. My former employer thought that they could bully and frighten me into staying with them longer so that my new job opportunity would no longer be available, and then they could let me go when it was convenient for them - and I’d be out of work. They didn’t know that I have a Secret Weapon – Brian Heller! Once Brian was on the case, those threats ceased and I was able to accept my new wonderful job and leave the worry and stress behind. I highly recommend Brian Heller and Schwartz & Perry as a firm. Over the years Brian has always treated me with kindness and respect and I have peace of mind because I have someone I trust who is on my side, who can guide me and who is willing and extremely capable of protecting my rights.
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    "From day 1 of the consultation to the very end I felt like the most important client to the firm."
    Amazing team of Attorneys. From day 1 of the consultation to the very end I felt like the most important client to the firm. Brian Heller who I dealt with personally was amazing. Whether it was a call or email responses were very prompt and I was kept informed every step of the way. Even a few calls just to check in and say hello. Truly an incredible experience and I would recommend them to anyone seeking justice. If they take your case they will fight with you to the end. A+
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    "We remain tremendously grateful for his support and look forward to working with him again."
    On short notice, Brian Heller reviewed contracts with complex international dimensions and found important discrepancies that I and other senior-level executives had missed completely. He was fast, thorough, and detail-oriented in providing pragmatic advice that enabled us to be sure that we were getting the fairest and best possible treatment under the law. We remain tremendously grateful for his support and look forward to working with him again.
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    "Davida Perry not only did an amazing job calming down my nerves but she fought for me tooth and nail and did a great job securing what my past employer owed me."
    After having a terrible experience at my last job, facing the anxiety again of having to rehash the treatment was daunting. Davida Perry not only did an amazing job calming down my nerves but she fought for me tooth and nail and did a great job securing what my past employer owed me. I won’t lie, there were moments I wanted to give up, but Davida was always there to help me stay focused and realize that I didn’t need to let them win. She was really great at countering all of their arguments, I pity anyone that would try to prove her wrong. She thought of everything we need and kept me constantly updated. Mostly what I appreciated about Davida was her kindness, and her genuine care for my mental health. She wanted to make sure I was taking care of myself during a very trying time. I cannot recommend this firm enough. They all clearly care about their clients and want to do best for you. Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself, and if you’re worried about the challenges that lie ahead be sure to team with Schwartz Perry & Heller, they will have your back and fight for justice.
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