Employees who report illegal, unethical, or unsafe practices in the workplace are vital to accountability—and they deserve protection. If you’ve spoken up about wrongdoing at work and faced retaliation as a result, you may be entitled to compensation under New Jersey’s whistleblower laws. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is here to help Protect Your Rights and ensure you’re not punished for doing the right thing.

What Is a Whistleblower?

A whistleblower is an employee who reports or refuses to participate in activities they reasonably believe are illegal, fraudulent, unethical, or in violation of public policy. This can include internal complaints or reports made to outside agencies.

Common Whistleblower Complaints

  • Fraud or theft
  • Health and safety violations
  • Discrimination or harassment
  • Violations of environmental or labor laws
  • Retaliation against coworkers for engaging in protected activity

Even if the reported conduct is ultimately found to be lawful, whistleblowers are protected as long as their belief was reasonable and made in good faith.

New Jersey’s Whistleblower Law: CEPA

In New Jersey, whistleblowers are protected by the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), one of the strongest employee protection laws in the country. Under CEPA, it is unlawful for employers to retaliate against employees who:

  • Disclose or threaten to disclose wrongdoing
  • Refuse to participate in illegal or unethical acts
  • Participate in investigations or testify regarding employer misconduct

CEPA protects both public and private employees in Atlantic City and throughout the state.

Examples of Whistleblower Retaliation

  • Demotion or termination shortly after raising concerns
  • Negative performance reviews despite prior strong history
  • Reassignment to less favorable duties
  • Exclusion from meetings or projects
  • Verbal harassment or professional isolation

Retaliation can be subtle or overt—but both are illegal under CEPA.

What Damages Can Whistleblowers Recover?

If you’ve been retaliated against, you may be entitled to significant compensation, including:

  • Reinstatement to your job
  • Lost wages and benefits
  • Emotional distress damages
  • Punitive damages against the employer
  • Attorney’s fees and court costs

Why Choose Castronovo & McKinney, LLC?

Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a leading New Jersey employment law firm with extensive experience handling whistleblower and retaliation claims. We proudly represent workers in Atlantic City who’ve bravely spoken up and suffered for it. Our attorneys understand the nuances of CEPA and will build a strong case to protect your reputation, your career, and your financial future.

Take Action in Atlantic City

Don’t let retaliation silence you. If you’ve been punished for doing the right thing, you have legal options—and we’re ready to help you pursue them.

Atlantic City Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys are here to advocate for your rights and hold your employer accountable.

Contact Information

New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924

New York Office:
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1830
New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781