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Tennessee Whistleblower Laws
More Information on Whistleblower Laws
| Code Section | 50-3-106; 50-3-409 |
| Prohibited Employer Activity | Can not discharge or discriminate if employee files a complaint, institutes a proceeding, or testifies regarding a violation of any statute or regarding occupational safety and health |
| Protection for Public or Private Employees? | Both |
| Opportunity for Employer to Correct? | - |
| Remedies | Can file a complaint with Commission of Labor within 30 days of the violation for reinstatement, back pay, and other appropriate relief |
| Penalties | - |
| Code Section | 50-1-304 |
| Prohibited Employer Activity | Can not discharge or terminate if employee refuses to participate in or refuses to remain silent about violation of criminal or civil code, US laws, or neglect to protect public health, safety or welfare |
| Protection for Public or Private Employees? | Public |
| Opportunity for Employer to Correct? | - |
| Remedies | Can sue employer for retaliatory discharge, get damages, and reasonable attorney's fees and costs |
| Penalties | - |
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