Whistleblower Retaliation - KF Law | Los Angeles Criminal Defense, Personal Injury & Employment Attorney

Protecting Southern California Employees Who Speak Up

Speaking up about illegal, unsafe, or unethical practices at work takes courage. But when employers punish whistleblowers instead of fixing the problem, it’s not just wrong; it’s illegal. At KF Law, we stand with Los Angeles and Southern California employees who have faced retaliation after reporting workplace misconduct.

If your employer fired you, demoted you, cut your hours, or otherwise punished you for doing the right thing, our experienced California whistleblower retaliation lawyers are ready to fight for your rights.

What Is Whistleblower Retaliation?

Whistleblower retaliation occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee for reporting or refusing to participate in illegal, unethical, or dangerous activity. This includes reporting:

Fraud or financial misconduct
Wage and hour violations
Workplace safety violations (Cal/OSHA)
Discrimination or harassment
Environmental law violations
Patient or consumer abuse or neglect
Violation of state or federal laws or regulations

Whether you report internally (e.g., to HR or management) or externally (e.g., to a government agency), you are protected under California and federal whistleblower laws.

Examples of Retaliation in Los Angeles and Souther California Workplaces

Sudden termination after raising concerns about illegal activity
Being written up, demoted, or isolated after reporting fraud
Retaliation for filing an OSHA or labor board complaint
Denial of promotions, raises, or training opportunities
Harassment, threats, or a hostile work environment after reporting
Being labeled “not a team player” for refusing to break the law

Retaliation can be subtle or overt. If your work environment changed negatively after you spoke up, your employer may be in violation of the law.

California Whistleblower Protection Laws

California provides strong legal protections for whistleblowers under:

California Labor Code §1102.5 – protects employees who report legal violations
California Whistleblower Protection Act – protects public employees
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) – protects employees of publicly traded companies
Dodd-Frank Act – offers protections and financial incentives for reporting securities violations
California Health and Safety Code – protects healthcare workers who report unsafe practices
OSHA and Cal/OSHA – protect those who report workplace safety concerns

These laws make it illegal for an employer to retaliate against you, and they give you the right to seek compensation and justice.

Compensation in Whistleblower Retaliation Cases

If your employer retaliated against you for whistleblowing, you may be entitled to:

Lost wages and benefits
Future lost earnings (front pay)
Reinstatement or promotion
Compensation for emotional distress
Punitive damages for willful misconduct
Attorneys’ fees and costs

Our legal team will work tirelessly to hold your employer accountable and pursue the maximum compensation available under the law.

Why Choose KF Law?

🏆 More than a decade of experience handling complex retaliation and employment cases
💼 Deep knowledge of California and federal whistleblower laws
🔍 Detail-oriented case investigations and strategic litigation
💬 Compassionate, responsive support throughout your case
💸 No fees unless we win your case

We are proud to stand with workers who speak the truth, and we won’t let retaliation go unchallenged.

Serving Whistleblowers Across Los Angeles and Southern California

We represent private and public employees in:

Whether you work in government, tech, healthcare, finance, construction, or education, we’re ready to help.

Speak to a Whistleblower Retaliation Lawyer Today

If you’ve faced retaliation for reporting illegal or unethical behavior at work, you don’t have to fight alone. Call us for a confidential, no-cost consultation and learn how we can help.