What Are the Legal Implications of Whistleblowing Policies?
Whistleblowing policies must comply with various laws and regulations designed to protect whistleblowers. In many jurisdictions, laws such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in the United States or the Public Interest Disclosure Act in the United Kingdom mandate protections for employees who report wrongdoing. Failure to comply with these laws can result in legal penalties for the organization and its leaders.