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You make the call: Whistleblower or backstabber?


November 20, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Here comes the judge, Special Report

Was Mary Curlee a hero or a backstabbing co-worker?

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Whistleblower fired; company has to pay


September 12, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Here comes the judge, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Here’s a message for HR to pass along to managers: When an employee raises a safety concern, it’s best to listen carefully instead of just ignoring them.

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Fired state ethics commission employee files whistleblower suit


September 8, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Last week we ran a story about an attorney for a state ethics commission who forged a letter to the group she worked for, admitted it, and wasn’t fired. This week we feature the story of an office assistant who blew the whistle on a similar group and claims she was fired for it.

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Liar, liar, but employee’s not fired


September 4, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, Special Report

Imagine this: An employee admits she forged a document. But after an investigation by HR, the final decision is to not fire her.

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Fired worker gets $1.2 million after his company said he was insane


April 8, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, Here comes the judge, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, They said what?

A worker reported a hazardous condition that could’ve caused an explosion. His employer’s response: He’s crazy.

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