‘Tis the Season to Prevent Corporate Holiday Party Lawsuits

‘Tis the Season to Prevent Corporate Holiday Party Lawsuits

The holiday season is officially upon us, which means many employers will be hosting their annual holiday parties and year-end celebrations in the weeks to come. These parties are a time-honored tradition to many and are generally considered as a great way to boost...
Social Dilemma: The Role of Social Media in Workplace Investigations

Social Dilemma: The Role of Social Media in Workplace Investigations

Accusations of wrongdoing, including discrimination, sexual harassment, and bullying do not always take place within the physical constraints of the workplace these days. However, this does not mean a complaint cannot or will not be filed within the workplace for such...
Building Trust and Credibility During Workplace Investigations

Building Trust and Credibility During Workplace Investigations

Any type of workplace investigation can be fraught with problems and those who report workplace harassment or other types of inappropriate behavior, are often loathe to provide information because they fear retaliation. There have been some frightening statistics in...
Keeping Independent Investigations Free From Bias

Keeping Independent Investigations Free From Bias

As investigators, what we say and how we say it matters. Whether we think so or not, we all have biases that can impact our decision-making. Stopping those biases from interfering when you are conducting any investigation is critical to remaining neutral and keeping...
Navigating Law Enforcement Involvement During Internal Investigations

Navigating Law Enforcement Involvement During Internal Investigations

It is not uncommon for employers to conduct an internal investigation when an employee is suspected of breaking workplace rules. In cases of such infractions, the employer may conduct an internal investigation to determine if the allegations against the accused are...
Fatal Flaws: The Cost of Errors in Early Investigations

Fatal Flaws: The Cost of Errors in Early Investigations

Proper workplace investigations are essential to establishing a safe and welcoming work environment. However, these investigations are often complex in nature and involve navigating potentially sensitive topics. The possibility for errors to occur is present in every...