The Lawyer Monthly – June 2025 issue presents “From Compliance to Consequences: Retaliation in the C-Suite,” a feature that examines the hidden realities of executive-level retaliation when senior professionals report unlawful or unethical practices within their organizations. The article explains how whistleblower protections in New York and New Jersey—such as the amended New York Labor Law § 740 and New Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA)—offer legal safeguards for employees who reasonably believe they are disclosing violations of law, safety risks, or fraud. It highlights how retaliation at the executive tier often takes subtle forms like exclusion, demotion, or performance critique, making legal counsel essential for navigating these sophisticated workplace conflicts. This edition also includes diverse legal insights, from freelance contract guidance to wrongful death attorney selection and trends in legal education. The piece reflects broader themes of accountability and empowerment for employees challenging retaliation at all organizational levels.
