Missouri Whistleblowing Protection Laws
We protect employees who bravely step forward to report illegal or unethical conduct. Missouri has different whistleblowing protection statutes for public and private employees.
Under RSMo § 105.055, Under the Missouri Whistleblower Protection Act, any employee of a state agency may report—or intend to report—to the legislature, State Auditor, Attorney General, or other investigative bodies, without fear of supervisor retaliation. Section 105.055 prohibits any “supervisor or appointing authority” from taking disciplinary action, including demotion or discharge, against an employee for disclosing or planning to disclose evidence of:
- Violations of law, rule, or regulation;
- Mismanagement, gross waste of funds, or abuse of authority
- Substantial and specific danger to public health or safety
RSMo. §§ 191.900–.910, or Missouri Health Care Payment Fraud and Abuse Act, allows individuals with knowledge of Medicaid payment fraud to report violations to the Attorney General and share in recoveries.
Under Missouri’s Whistleblower’s Protection Act, RSMo § 285.575, private-sector employees are protected from retaliation by their employers when they report an unlawful act by the employer, report serious misconduct violating clear public‑policy mandates, or refuse to carry out an illegal directive.
Illinois Whistleblower Protection Laws
In Illinois, the Illinois Whistleblower Reward and Protection Act (740 ILCS 174/) provides similar safeguards for both public and private employees who expose violations of state or federal law. We help you understand the scope of protected disclosures, meet statutory notice requirements, and assert your rights under the Illinois Attorney General’s Whistleblower Program. Whether you’re reporting environmental hazards, healthcare fraud, or securities violations, our firm ensures your complaint is properly filed and that any retaliatory discharge, demotion, or harassment is met with vigorous legal action.
Federal Whistleblower Protections
Beyond state law, many whistleblowers qualify for protections and rewards under federal statutes—such as the False Claims Act or OSHA’s whistleblower protection program. We coordinate federal and state claims to maximize your recovery and to safeguard you against employer retaliation.
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