Are there any legal restrictions on what information I can disclose?
In Florida, there are certain legal restrictions that may apply to what information you can disclose as a whistleblower. The Florida Whistleblower Act imposes certain restrictions on the release of information, such as prohibiting the release of any confidential information or any information that could reasonably be considered to be a private matter, or that could cause economic harm to someone or to their business. The Act also prohibits the disclosure of any information that would either directly or indirectly reveal trade secrets or other proprietary information. Additionally, you should be careful to not reveal any information that could put yourself or someone else in harm’s way. You should never disclose any personal information about another person or about other people’s finances or medical information. If you’re unsure about what information you can disclose, you may want to seek legal counsel to get a better understanding of the laws in your state.
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