Tag Archives: internal investigations
Common Issues for Businesses in HR Investigations
The timeliness and efficiency of internal investigations performed by human resources professionals are crucial to help companies act appropriately when they face allegations of wrongdoing. In addition, establishing an efficient and fair internal complaint resolution process will make it much more likely that employees will come forward with information on potential wrongdoing when they have […]
NLRB Ruling Offers More Protections to Employees in Internal Investigations
Many businesses and organizations will, at some point, need to conduct an internal investigation into possible employee misconduct, whether it’s just as a preventive measure or if there’s actual suspected wrongdoing at play. The National Labor Relations Act makes sure employees have the right to take action to receive protection or mutual aid, including the […]
Illinois Municipality Concludes Probe on Hostile Work Environment
Blowing the whistle does not always need to involve fraud and malfeasance. Sometimes a culture of apathy allows a hostile work environment to develop that can only be addressed with outside intervention. Employees and managers who constantly witness pervasive discrimination and harassment in their workplaces often feel compelled to act, even if they are not […]
DC Circuit Maintains Protections for Internal Investigations
Supposing is good, but finding out is better. ― Mark Twain Many of the privileges the law recognizes against the compelled disclosure of information exist in order to promote candor. For instance, attorney-client privilege exists because people must be able to remain open and honest with their legal counsel without fear that the substance of […]
