Protecting Employees & Businesses in Workplace Misconduct, Fraud, and Regulatory Violations
Understanding Whistleblowing & Legal Protections
Whistleblowing occurs when an employee or worker reports unlawful, unethical, or dangerous activities within their organization. These disclosures may relate to fraud, financial misconduct, workplace safety violations, corruption, or discrimination. Employees who blow the whistle are protected under the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA), ensuring they are not victimized or unfairly dismissed for speaking out.
At Sahin Legal Consultancy, we provide legal guidance to whistleblowers who need protection against retaliation, assistance in making disclosures, and representation in workplace disputes. We also assist employers in implementing whistleblowing policies, ensuring they comply with legal obligations and handle disclosures lawfully.
Whistleblowing is an important mechanism for accountability, but it can also be a high-risk action for individuals who fear losing their jobs or facing retaliation. Our role is to ensure whistleblowers understand their rights, receive protection, and pursue justice without fear of victimization.
What Can You Report Under Whistleblowing Laws?
The law protects workers who report information they reasonably believe shows wrongdoing in the public interest. Whistleblowing disclosures typically involve:
✔ Criminal Offenses – Fraud, financial crimes, bribery, money laundering, tax evasion, or corruption.
✔ Health & Safety Violations – Workplace practices that endanger employees, customers, or the public.
✔ Environmental Law Breaches – Illegal pollution, waste disposal violations, or hazardous material mismanagement.
✔ Financial Misconduct & Fraud – Misrepresentation, insider trading, or fraudulent reporting within a business.
✔ Discrimination & Harassment Cover-Ups – Systemic workplace bias, sexual harassment concealment, or unlawful employment practices.
✔ Breach of Legal or Regulatory Obligations – Violations of industry standards, contracts, or governmental regulations.
✔ Attempts to Conceal Wrongdoing – Employers retaliating against whistleblowers or covering up misconduct.
📌 Example:
A financial analyst discovers that their employer is falsifying accounting records to mislead shareholders. They report the issue to regulators, seeking whistleblower protection.
Who We Assist
✔ Employees & Insiders – Workers reporting wrongdoing in the corporate, financial, healthcare, and public sectors.
✔ Senior Executives & Directors – Advising leaders exposing high-level corruption, financial misconduct, or regulatory breaches.
✔ Regulated Professionals – Helping accountants, lawyers, and compliance officers navigate whistleblower protections.
✔ Public Sector & Government Employees – Assisting individuals reporting unethical or illegal activities in governmental organizations.
✔ Employers & HR Teams – Advising businesses on whistleblowing policies, internal reporting procedures, and compliance obligations.
🔹 Legal Support for Whistleblowing Provided by an RFL
As a Registered Foreign Lawyer (RFL), I assist employees and businesses in whistleblowing matters, ensuring legal compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic protection. While certain legal actions, such as filing employment tribunal claims, require a UK-regulated solicitor, I provide pre-litigation guidance, negotiation support, and alternative dispute resolution services.
1️⃣ Advising Employees on Their Whistleblower Rights
✔ Assessing whether the disclosure qualifies for whistleblower protection under UK law.
✔ Advising on how to report concerns internally or to external regulators.
✔ Ensuring employees document their concerns properly to strengthen legal protection.
✔ Protecting whistleblowers from dismissal, victimization, or workplace retaliation.
📌 Example:
A senior compliance officer in a financial institution uncovers unauthorized transactions violating FCA regulations. I advise them on how to report the issue securely without risking their career.
2️⃣ Handling Whistleblower Retaliation & Unfair Treatment
✔ Assisting employees who face harassment, demotion, or dismissal after making a disclosure.
✔ Negotiating settlements, severance packages, and compensation claims for affected workers.
✔ Ensuring whistleblowers receive fair treatment, job protection, and workplace rights.
📌 Example:
A whistleblower in a pharmaceutical company reports unsafe drug testing practices. Shortly after, they are marginalized at work. I negotiate a settlement and compensation for workplace victimization.
3️⃣ Protecting Anonymous & Confidential Whistleblowers
✔ Advising individuals who wish to report concerns confidentially or anonymously.
✔ Ensuring legal protection against workplace retaliation and career damage.
✔ Assisting in submitting reports to regulators without revealing personal identity.
📌 Example:
An employee at a multinational corporation wants to report internal bribery and corruption. I help them submit a confidential disclosure to regulatory bodies.
4️⃣ Helping Employers Implement Whistleblowing Policies
✔ Drafting internal whistleblowing policies and reporting frameworks.
✔ Training HR and management teams on how to handle whistleblower complaints lawfully.
✔ Advising companies on whistleblower protection compliance under UK employment law.
📌 Example:
A large employer in the finance sector faces an FCA investigation into whistleblower mishandling. I assist in implementing stronger whistleblowing policies and legal compliance measures.
🔹 Expanding Whistleblowing Legal Support Through a Law Firm Collaboration (Reserved Legal Services)
While I provide comprehensive advisory and pre-litigation whistleblowing support, certain legal actions require an SRA-regulated solicitor. Through collaboration with a UK law firm, we offer full legal representation in:
1️⃣ Employment Tribunal Claims for Whistleblower Retaliation (Reserved Legal Service)
✔ Filing employment tribunal claims for whistleblowers dismissed, harassed, or demoted.
✔ Seeking compensation for financial loss, emotional distress, and career damage.
✔ Representing whistleblowers in court hearings, appeals, and legal disputes.
📌 Example:
A finance professional reports fraudulent banking activities and is unfairly dismissed. The law firm files an employment tribunal claim for wrongful termination.
2️⃣ Regulatory Investigations & FCA/Serious Fraud Office (SFO) Disclosures (Reserved Legal Service)
✔ Submitting whistleblowing disclosures to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Serious Fraud Office (SFO).
✔ Assisting in cases involving financial fraud, money laundering, and corporate misconduct.
✔ Handling legal negotiations and regulatory enforcement actions.
📌 Example:
A financial analyst uncovers high-level securities fraud. The law firm formally submits a disclosure to the FCA, seeking whistleblower immunity.
3️⃣ Legal Action for Breach of Whistleblower Confidentiality (Reserved Legal Service)
✔ Representing whistleblowers whose identities were exposed unlawfully.
✔ Taking legal action against employers who violate whistleblower protections.
✔ Seeking damages for career harm and reputational damage.
📌 Example:
A government employee’s whistleblowing identity is leaked, leading to workplace retaliation. The law firm files a claim for breach of confidentiality.
Why Choose Sahin Legal Consultancy for Whistleblowing Legal Support?
✔ Comprehensive Pre-Litigation Whistleblower Protection – Ensuring employees report concerns safely and lawfully.
✔ Negotiation & Alternative Dispute Resolution – Securing amicable settlements without tribunal escalation.
✔ Strategic Compliance Advisory for Employers – Assisting businesses in whistleblower policy implementation and risk mitigation.
✔ Collaboration with UK Law Firms for Tribunal & Regulatory Cases – Providing end-to-end legal representation where required.
✔ Tailored Solutions for Employees & Businesses – Customizing whistleblower protection strategies based on each unique case.
📩 Considering whistleblowing? Facing retaliation after reporting misconduct? Contact Sahin Legal Consultancy today for expert legal guidance on whistleblower protection.
