Strategies for Reducing the Risk of Whistleblower and Retaliation Claims

Disgruntled employees who consider themselves whistleblowers have made an increasing number of retaliation claims in recent years, and the uncertainty of divided government, both in Virginia and at the federal level, means these trends will likely only increase. This session will focus on Virginia and federal whistleblower and retaliation laws and the emerging body of case law on this subject, as well as best practices for minimizing the risk of litigation.