Articles by Rachel Ablin, Esq.
Upjohn Warnings and Privilege in Investigations
When conducting investigations into allegations of employee misconduct, attorneys often find themselves in an uncomfortable position. Legal...
How Hiring an External Investigator can Prevent Cat’s Paw Liability
Terminating an employee as a result of findings from an internal investigation is often a necessary step. However, employers may be hesitant to make...
Let an Experienced Investigator Handle Workplace Investigations
When workplace misconduct occurs and is reported, employers have an obligation to investigate the matter fully, promptly, and to take appropriate...
Protecting Employees (and The Company) from Retaliation
Although there are legal protections in place designed to shelter employees from retaliatory actions for initiating or participating in workplace...
The Dangers of Using In-House Counsel for Internal Investigations
Even in companies with the highest ethical standards and model workplace conduct policies, harassment, discrimination or other employee-related...