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Florida Whistleblower Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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A whistleblower is an employee, former employee, or job applicant who reports conduct they reasonably believe breaks the law or threatens public welfare. Florida<\/span> Whistleblower laws<\/span> shield public and private-sector<\/span> employees across Florida<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Reporting illegal or unethical conduct at work in Florida<\/span> gives you protection from employer retaliation<\/span>. Florida<\/span> law provides two main sets of whistleblower protections<\/span>, with one for public employees<\/span> and another for private-sector<\/span> workers. Which law applies depends on whether you work for a government agency or a private business.<\/p>\n

Speaking up about wrongdoing in the workplace can sometimes affect your job security. Florida<\/span> law offers protections for employees who report misconduct. The rules may differ for government and private-sector<\/span> workers.<\/p>\n

If you believe your employer has retaliated against you for reporting an illegal activity<\/span>, consider speaking with an employment attorney<\/a>. An attorney can review your situation and explain your options.<\/p>\n

What Is a Whistleblower?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A whistleblower is an employee, former employee, or job applicant who reports conduct they reasonably believe breaks the law or threatens public welfare. Refusing to take part<\/a> in unlawful activity can also qualify someone as a whistleblower.<\/p>\n

Protected disclosures<\/a> can involve a wide range of misconduct, including:<\/p>\n