USDOL/OALJ: STAA Whistleblower Digest Contents

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I. Overview

II. Procedure

III. Weighing of evidence and interpretation of law, generally

IV. Burden of proof and production

A. Elements, generally

B. Articulation of nondiscriminatory reason for adverse action

C. Pretext

D. Dual motive

E. DeFord "entitlement" theory

F. Blacklisting; motive; loss of employment opportunity

G. Contributing Factor

H. Clear and Convincing Evidence

V. Protected activity

A. Generally

B. Specific protected activity

VI. Adverse action

VII. Employer/employee

VIII. Miscellaneous definitions

IX. Damages and remedies

A. Reinstatement

B. Compensatory damages

C. Litigation expenses

D. Other relief

F. Enforcement

X. Settlements

XI. Dismissals

XII.. Res judicata/collateral estoppel

XIII. Relationship with other laws