Demand Letters & Regulatory Complaints for Retaliation Claims
General whistleblower protection
Safety violation reports
Government fraud qui tam
Securities fraud, SOX violations
California Labor Code section 1102.5 is one of the nation's broadest whistleblower statutes. It protects employees who:
Under LC 1102.6, once you show your protected activity was a "contributing factor" to the adverse action, the employer must prove by clear and convincing evidence they would have taken the same action regardless. This is a higher burden than typical employment cases - the employer must prove they had legitimate, independent reasons for their decision.
These are draft templates only. Regulatory complaint formats may change. Verify current requirements with each agency before filing. The accuracy and appropriateness of these documents is not guaranteed.
Where to file depends on the type of violation you reported:
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