New Jersey, NJ – August 22, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce a significant legal victory achieved by attorney Kory Ann Ferro, resulting in the full dismissal of all claims with prejudice against two clients in a recent whistleblower action.
The case involved claims asserted under the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA). The plaintiff alleged that various parties were liable for purported whistleblower retaliation. Ms. Ferro argued, and the Court agreed, that CEPA protections do not extend to third parties who are not the plaintiff’s employer. The Court further found that the clients had no knowledge of the plaintiff’s purported whistleblowing and no involvement in any alleged retaliatory action.
This outcome underscores the importance of clearly defining the scope of whistleblower protections and the necessity of establishing a direct employment relationship to sustain such claims. It is crucial to review all complaints and causes of action with a critical eye to challenge those that fail to state a legal cognizable claim–Greenspoon Marder’s experienced attorneys, like Ms. Ferro, can assist and challenge cases brought improperly.
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