Wrongful allegations by whistleblowers can be unfair competition

This could happen when a whistleblower, acting on behalf of another business, deliberately reports a wrongdoing that never took place. In such cases, the whistleblower may not only lose their protection but also be liable for any loss or harm caused. Entrepreneurs who submit false reports to gain a competitive edge may not fully grasp the potential consequences. Such reporting can lead to legal liability not only under whistleblower protection laws but also other legislation, such as the Combating Unfair Competition Act. – Bartosz Tomanek and Mateusz Krajewski comment for Dziennik Gazeta Prawna.

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