Articles by Rachel Ablin, Esq.
Whistleblowers and Internal Investigations
Every internal investigation into allegations of misconduct or wrongdoing should be handled carefully. However, when someone within your...
Does Your Internal Investigation Present a Conflict of Interest?
Allegations of workplace misconduct can occur in any organization, in any industry. In investigating the merits of such allegations, companies need...
Why Timeliness Matters in Employment Investigations
When you are on the receiving end of a complaint or an allegation that an employee violated one or more company policies or laws, it's important to...
Learning From an Investigation
When allegations of workplace misconduct arise, most company executives and HR professionals understand the importance of handling the investigation...
The Importance of a Civil and Professional Investigation
When a human resources professional or a supervisor/manager receives a complaint about employee misconduct, conducting a prompt, full, and fair...
What Proper Harassment Training Should Entail
As any employer who has ever faced litigation stemming from allegations of harassment will tell you, having internal harassment policies, procedures...
The Cost of Early Investigation Errors
The possibility of errors is present in every employment investigation; after all, as long as there is human involvement in any way, errors are...
Preventing Issues Requiring Investigations Starts With Strong Employee Policies
When you have an allegation of misconduct in the workplace, it's critical to investigate it fully, fairly and in a timely manner. However, if...
Preempting Witness Intimidation or Retaliation
When employers receive claims of workplace misconduct, it's critical to conduct investigations that are full, fair and thorough, and to take...
Conducting Internal Investigations when Law Enforcement is Involved
When allegations of workplace misconduct arise, companies have a duty to conduct full, fair and prompt investigations. Handling those matters...