Performance ReviewsIn a rare decision favorable to Michigan whistlblower plaintiffs, the Court of Appeals reversed a trial court’s decision to dismiss a whistleblower case against an employer. But the real lesson that employers and their HR professionals should take from the decision is that timely decision making in the termination process is critical, as well

Whistle.jpgRetaliation against company employees who report inappropriate or illegal action create significant legal risks for employers under whistleblower protection statutes.

Employers, however, can significantly increase their chances of disposing of a whistleblower protection claim if proper policies are in place and by appropriately responding to such reports. The following provides an overview of a whistle

Knife Behind Back.jpgThe alleged (mis)handling of an employee’s complaints of wrong-doing by her former employer offers insight on how to avoid a subsequent whistleblower claim or, at least, be in a better position to defend against such claims. 

Specifically, a Metro Detroit Employment Law firm was recently sued for violating (ironically) various employment laws. The law firm

Whistle.jpgA recent opinion from the Michigan Court of Appeals illustrates the significant challenges employees have in successfully bringing a certain claim under the Michigan Whistleblowers’ Protection Act (WPA) and opportunities employers have for dismissing such claims. 

Challenges for Employees making an “About to Report” Whistleblowers’ Protection Act Claim

Under Michigan’s Whistleblowers’ Protection Act (WPA), MCL