The United States Labor Department has launched a whistleblower retaliation investigation, according to a report from
Financial Times.
The U.S. Labor Department did not provide details on the investigation, but
Financial Times says that former Apple employee Ashley Gjovik received a December 10 letter from the Labor Department that confirmed the inquiry.
Gjovik was fired from Apple in September for allegedly leaking confidential information.
Gjovik, who has been vocal on Twitter, complained about ongoing harassment and unsafe working conditions at Apple, and she believes that she was fired under a false pretext.
Apple told
Financial Times that it is "deeply committed to creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace." The company said that it takes "all concerns seriously" and investigates thoroughly when a complaint is raised.
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