PROTECTION FOR WHISTLEBLOWERS.
A Shield
Those who expose misconduct should feel assured that their claims will be taken seriously and addressed appropriately. Confidentiality must be an option, ensuring their identity remains protected.
Unfortunately, protections are not consistently provided to whistleblowers.
Our research efforts can help to protect whistleblowers by corroborating claims and building additional evidence and providing anonymity as facts are accumulated so they may better present their case.
The Boeing Crisis: In 2024, multiple Boeing aircraft faced emergencies, including an Alaska Airlines 737 Max losing a door mid-flight and cargo planes making emergency landings in Miami and Istanbul. These incidents follow two fatal Boeing 737 Max crashes in 2018 and 2019, which led to a global grounding.
Former Boeing quality manager John Barnett, who worked at the company for over 30 years, had warned about safety issues since 2017. He alleged Boeing ignored concerns about oxygen masks and faced retaliation, including harassment and career setbacks. OSHA later ruled in Boeing's favor. In March 2024, Barnett tragically took his own life.
Every institution—corporate, nonprofit, or governmental—must ensure independent, effective whistleblower reporting mechanisms. Leaders should foster a culture where reporting misconduct is encouraged and safe. Whistleblowers deserve confidentiality, transparency about investigations, and full protection from retaliation. Those who expose wrongdoing strengthen organizations and should be supported, not punished.
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Our whistleblower investigations have contributed to multiple exposés in national press.
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Investigations triggered by our sources have gained exposure through national broadcast segments.
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