Civil rights and liberties

Hagens Berman’s Client and CFTC Whistleblower Receives $2 Million Award for Reporting Fraud under Dodd-Frank Act

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Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Professional services, Legal, Freedom of expression, Civil rights and liberties, Anti-corporate activism, Dissent, Freedom of speech, Labour law, Whistleblower, Workplace bullying, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Whistleblowing, Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, SEC Office of the Whistleblower

The award recognizes the contribution of the whistleblower in providing critical information through independent analysis of market data.

Key Points: 
  • The award recognizes the contribution of the whistleblower in providing critical information through independent analysis of market data.
  • This award provided under the CFTCs whistleblower program is a victory both for our client and for would-be commodities whistleblowers everywhere, showing the massive benefits whistleblowers stand to gain from reporting futures and other commodities fraud, said Shayne Stevenson , partner and head of the whistleblower practice at Hagens Berman .
  • Hagens Bermans whistleblower attorneys have successfully represented multiple whistleblowers under both the CFTC and the SEC s Dodd-Frank whistleblower programs.
  • Since issuing its first award in 2014, through 2018, the CFTC has awarded more than $85 million to whistleblowers.

Women Whistleblowers Campaign Emphasizes Why Women Make Great Whistleblowers

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Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Political terminology, Civil rights and liberties, Anti-corporate activism, Dissent, Labour law, Whistleblower, Workplace bullying, Terminology, Human rights

'Women Whistleblowers' the website and social media campaign features many of these courageous women and has garnered the attention of the online community as a whole.

Key Points: 
  • 'Women Whistleblowers' the website and social media campaign features many of these courageous women and has garnered the attention of the online community as a whole.
  • On Facebook alone, over 63,000 people have liked the Women Whistleblowers page, and many others engage with the campaign via Twitter and Instagram.
  • Currently, the Women Whistleblowers campaign is seeking a law firm partner willing to represent these courageous women.
  • In partnership with a whistleblower law firm, Women Whistleblowers will also serve as a resource for women protecting themselves legally as whistleblowers.

Angie Kelly, Experienced Whistleblower, Discusses How to Remain Anonymous When Reporting Fraud

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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Civil rights and liberties, Anti-corporate activism, Dissent, Freedom of speech, Labour law, Whistleblower, Workplace bullying, Anonymity, Human rights

Below, experienced Fraud Expert Advisors whistleblower advocate , Angie Kelly, is discussing the best ways to remain anonymous when reporting fraud.

Key Points: 
  • Below, experienced Fraud Expert Advisors whistleblower advocate , Angie Kelly, is discussing the best ways to remain anonymous when reporting fraud.
  • Keep reading to learn how to maintain your anonymity and protect those around you from retaliation.
  • FEA provides a safe space for whistleblowers to share information and experiences, while addressing any concerns and uncertainties regarding fraud claims.
  • Put your trust into an FEA advisor today if you think your employer is engaging in fraud or other illegal activities.

Commissioner’s opening statement — Senate Estimates 19 February 2019

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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Freedom of information, Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, Privacy, Government, Internet privacy, Information governance, Civil rights and liberties, Privacy Commissioner

As the committee is aware, the OAIC's purpose is to promote and uphold privacy and information access rights.

Key Points: 
  • As the committee is aware, the OAIC's purpose is to promote and uphold privacy and information access rights.
  • We work proactively with Australian government agencies and organisations to promote good personal information handling practices and access to government held information.
  • As Information Commissioner, I also exercise a range of proactive regulatory functions in order to detect, deter and remedy.

LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $50,000 in Astec Industries, Inc. to Contact the Firm

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Professional services, Legal, Legal entities, Law, Civil rights and liberties, Organizations, Anti-corporate activism, Dissent, Labour law, Whistleblower, Workplace bullying, Limited liability partnership, Law firm

The case, City of Taylor General Employees Retirement System v. Astec Industries, Inc. et al., No.

Key Points: 
  • The case, City of Taylor General Employees Retirement System v. Astec Industries, Inc. et al., No.
  • Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.
  • Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Astecs conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
  • The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP ( www.faruqilaw.com ).

LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $100,000 In Wayfair Inc. To Contact The Firm

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Professional services, Legal, Companies, Civil rights and liberties, Securities Class Action, Limited liability partnership, Wayfair, Whistleblower, Law

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, reminds investors in Wayfair Inc. (Wayfair or the Company) (NYSE:W) of the March 11, 2019 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

Key Points: 
  • Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, reminds investors in Wayfair Inc. (Wayfair or the Company) (NYSE:W) of the March 11, 2019 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.
  • Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.
  • Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Wayfairs conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
  • The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP ( www.faruqilaw.com ).

INVESTOR ALERT: Kirby McInerney LLP Announces an Investigation of Shareholder Claims Against Stamps.com Inc.

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Saturday, February 23, 2019
Professional services, Legal, Civil rights and liberties, Companies, STMP, Stamps.com, Limited liability partnership, Whistleblower, Organizations

The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against Stamps.com Inc. (Stamps.com or the Company) (NASDAQ: STMP ).

Key Points: 
  • The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against Stamps.com Inc. (Stamps.com or the Company) (NASDAQ: STMP ).
  • This investigation concerns whether Stamps.com has violated federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices.
  • Kirby McInerney LLP is a New York-based plaintiffs law firm concentrating in securities, antitrust, and whistleblower litigation.
  • Additional information about the firm can be found at Kirby McInerney LLPs website: www.kmllp.com .

Non-Attorney Whistleblower Advocates, Fraud Expert Advisors, Answers the Question "Will I Get Paid for Whistleblowing?"

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Friday, February 15, 2019
Freedom of expression, Civil rights and liberties, Anti-corporate activism, Dissent, Freedom of speech, Labour law, Whistleblower, Workplace bullying, Employee relations, SEC Office of the Whistleblower, Draft:SEC Whistleblower Program

Monetary rewards for exposing fraud against the government do exist, but there are rules you must follow as a potential whistleblower to be eligible for them.

Key Points: 
  • Monetary rewards for exposing fraud against the government do exist, but there are rules you must follow as a potential whistleblower to be eligible for them.
  • Non-attorney whistleblower advocates , Fraud Expert Advisors, know the best path to follow for your eligibility, alongside the answer to the delicate monetary question at hand.
  • Keep on reading to see if you could potentially receive a reward for blowing the whistle on fraud.
  • If it hasn't already been made clear, there is no definitive answer to the question of getting paid as a whistleblower.

Can free speech and protests against MPs undermine democracy?

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Friday, February 15, 2019
Censorship, Hate crime, Human behavior, Elections, Freedom of speech, Hate speech, Political correctness, Democracy, Social issues, Civil rights and liberties

Joint Committee on Human Rights requests evidence on inquiry into democracy, free speech and freedom of association

Key Points: 
  • Can free speech and protests against MPs undermine democracy?
  • On 30 January the JCHR took evidence from a panel of MPs asking:
    How can rights be exercised in a way which supports democracy?
  • Can it be given the protection it needs without permitting harassment or hate speech against MPs?
  • What is the role of social media in relation to free speech and threats to MPs?

Can free speech and protests against MPs undermine democracy?

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Friday, February 15, 2019
Censorship, Hate crime, Human behavior, Elections, Freedom of speech, Hate speech, Political correctness, Democracy, Social issues, Civil rights and liberties

Joint Committee on Human Rights requests evidence on inquiry into democracy, free speech and freedom of association

Key Points: 
  • Can free speech and protests against MPs undermine democracy?
  • On 30 January the JCHR took evidence from a panel of MPs asking:
    How can rights be exercised in a way which supports democracy?
  • Can it be given the protection it needs without permitting harassment or hate speech against MPs?
  • What is the role of social media in relation to free speech and threats to MPs?