Alerts5.26.23
Bracing for Impact: California Supreme Court Strengthens Whistleblower Protections
Highlights
The broad interpretation of “disclosure” under the California Labor Code now includes information already known by an employer
The prohibition on retaliation against employees who make protected disclosures will be strongly enforced
Employers should stay up-to-date with whistleblower laws and regulations to avoid legal issues related to retaliation
In a landmark decision, the California Supreme Court in People ex rel. Garcia-Brower v. Kolla's, Inc. held on May 22 that the disclosure of unlawful activities, even if already known to the employer or agency, is still protected under Section 1102.5(b) of the California Labor Code.
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