Whistleblowers in Fort Lauderdale are safeguarded by various federal and state laws, including the False Claims Act, which protects those exposing fraud against the government, and the Whistleblower Protection Act for federal employees. Additionally, Florida’s Whistleblower Act protects state employees, while the Florida Private Sector Whistleblower Act covers private employees. These laws ensure that whistleblowers can report illegal activities without fear of retaliation such as wrongful termination, demotion, or other adverse employment actions.