The Insurance Adjuster Whistleblower Who Stood Up Against Unfair Practices
In the wake of a disaster, homeowners depend on insurance companies for swift and effective assistance. However, when these companies resort to unethical practices, they undermine public trust and leave vulnerable homeowners stranded. This unfortunate reality was brought to light by Jordan Lee, an independent insurance adjuster, who witnessed firsthand the manipulative tactics employed by insurers following Hurricane I...
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Month: September 2024
The Weight of Corporate Misconduct: The Role of Whistleblowing in Upholding Organizational Integrity
The numbers are astounding. As per Violation Tracker, since 2020, the sum of fines, penalties, and settlements for corporate misconduct in the U.S. has escalated to a whopping $221.9 billion.
Yet, the pervasiveness of wrongdoing remains unabated. Research by Ethisphere indicates that annually, nearly 75 incidents of misconduct per 1,000 employees fall on deaf ears. This silence or "speak-up gap" exposes corporations to daunting degrees of legal and regulatory hazards, injuring their brand image...
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Whistleblower Laws: SEC Safeguarding Your Voice in the Corporate World
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a government agency whose mission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation, has a rich history dating back to 1934. The SEC's responsibility extends beyond the operation of the financial markets, as it is also tasked with enforcing the nation's securities laws, including whistleblower protection rules.
Notably, on September 9, 2024, the SEC announced that it had settled charges agains...
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