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Recognizing the conduct that can lead to whistleblower claims is an important aspect of solid corporate governance. Whistleblower claims under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) andor the Dodd-Frank Act are on the rise and have the potential to overwhelm even the most disciplined companies. The authors of Understanding SOX Whistleblower Protections highlight whistleblower safeguards under both SOX and the Dodd-Frank Act, which amended SOX in 2010. It is unlawful for covered entities and their officers, employees, contractors, and agents to take adverse employment actions against whistleblowers. Adverse actions include discharging, demoting, suspending, threatening, harassing, or otherwise discriminating against an employee. These protections apply when an employee engages in protected activity under SOX.
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