Questions tagged [whistleblower]

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If non-employee whistle blows and reports/tips to government organization, what are the protections offered?

If non-employee whistle blows and reports something else to government organization via anonymous tip or non-anonymous tip, what are the protections offered/possible in theory?
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What are the legal ramifications of going public with corruption in academia?

Let us say that someone has been aware of scientific and professional misconduct in academia. They blew the whistle, and they were heavily retaliated against. A multi-million dollar grant was involved. Also, the Feds are involved to some extent. …
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