Whistleblower Protection Laws: Key federal laws including Sarbanes-Oxley Act (2002), Dodd-Frank Act, False Claims Act, and state-specific whistleblower protections that protect individuals who report violations
Employment Laws: Federal regulations including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
Privacy Laws: Regulations governing data protection including HIPAA, state privacy laws, and GDPR considerations for organizations dealing with EU residents
Workplace Safety Regulations: OSHA requirements and state-specific workplace safety regulations that may be relevant to complaint reporting and investigation
Anti-Retaliation Provisions: EEOC regulations and federal/state anti-retaliation provisions protecting individuals who file complaints from adverse employment actions
Record Keeping Requirements: Federal and state requirements for maintaining complaint records and document retention policies to ensure proper documentation
Investigation Standards: Due process requirements and fair investigation procedures to ensure proper handling of anonymous complaints
Reporting Obligations: Mandatory reporting requirements for certain types of complaints and SEC requirements for public companies regarding complaint handling
