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Workplace Investigations

Why Can’t Workplace Investigators Just Stick to Direct Evidence? Because Investigations Aren’t a Jigsaw Puzzle

In the world of employment law, we often encounter some truly bizarre ideas. Recently, a peculiar notion was presented suggesting that investigators should avoid making conclusions of fact beyond direct evidence and should refrain from credibility assessments altogether. While these ideas might seem tempting in their simplicity, they unfortunately miss

September 3, 2025

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Workplace Investigations

Harassment Complaint Investigations: The Treaty Oak Version

In honor of someone who has been through her share of both romantic turmoil and actual harassment, below is our Swift-ified version of a tale that’s as old as time: the work relationship that ends up in a complaint to HR. Last “August,” a “Mad Woman” and “The Man” (also

July 28, 2025

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When Difficult Becomes Ungovernable: Navigating Challenging Employee Situations

In today’s workplace, open communication and dialogue are essential. However, there are instances where an employee’s behavior crosses the line from merely difficult to actively disruptive and detrimental to the organization. As employers, it’s crucial to understand when robust dialogue is no longer productive and decisive action may be necessary.

March 31, 2025

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AI: Your New Investigator BFF? (Well, Maybe Not Quite Yet…)

Remember that time you stayed up all night prepping for an investigation, fueled by lukewarm coffee and sheer panic? Yeah, we’ve been there too. So what if we told you there’s a new sheriff in town – one that can analyze documents, suggest interview questions, and even whip up a

February 10, 2025

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Union Investigations: A Minefield of Legalese

Dear Overworked Professionals, We know you’re busy navigating a sea of HR nightmares, so let’s cut to the chase: Union investigations are a special kind of hell. Brace yourselves. (Oh, and some of this union stuff applies to your non-union employees too.) Weingarten Rights: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

September 18, 2024

Workplace Investigations

Legal Research’s Guidance on When to Hire an Investigator

According to new legal research of statutory and case law, when you are facing a workplace issue, it is important to have all the information you need to make the best decision. An employer investigation can be a valuable tool in gathering information and determining the facts of a case.

June 23, 2024

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What Do I Do If Somebody Cries?

Natalie Lynch is a credentialed investigator and licensed attorney. What do I do if somebody cries? I usually acknowledge that they’re having an emotion and ask if they need a minute and get them a Kleenex. And beyond that, I don’t do much at all about it. Some people cry

October 23, 2023

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What Do You Do If Someone Tells You That You Can’t Understand Their Concern Because of Your Own Immutable Characteristics?

Natalie Lynch is a credentialed investigator and licensed attorney [inaudible 00:00:04]. What do you do if someone tells you that you can’t understand their concern because of your own immutable characteristics? So, maybe a woman tells a male investigator, “You can’t understand my sexual harassment concerns because you’re a

October 20, 2023

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What Do You Do If Somebody Starts Yelling at You During an Interview?

Natalie Lynch is your credentialed investigator and licensed attorney, not a blogger. What do you do if somebody starts yelling at you during an interview? You remember that you got thick skin, and you remember that it’s not personal. Some people are just loud and, as they get agitated, they

October 18, 2023

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What Do You Do If a Witness Asks You for Legal Advice?

Natalie Lynch is your credentialed investigator and licensed attorney, not a vlogger. What do you do if a witness asks you for legal advice? You don’t give it to them. It’s as simple as that. And this question goes to people who both are attorneys, as well as investigators who

October 16, 2023

Treaty Oak Employers’ Law Blog

Why Can’t Workplace Investigators Just Stick to Direct Evidence? Because Investigations Aren’t a Jigsaw Puzzle

Harassment Complaint Investigations: The Treaty Oak Version

When Difficult Becomes Ungovernable: Navigating Challenging Employee Situations

AI: Your New Investigator BFF? (Well, Maybe Not Quite Yet…)

Union Investigations: A Minefield of Legalese

Legal Research’s Guidance on When to Hire an Investigator

What Do I Do If Somebody Cries?

What Do You Do If Someone Tells You That You Can’t Understand Their Concern Because of Your Own Immutable Characteristics?

What Do You Do If Somebody Starts Yelling at You During an Interview?

What Do You Do If a Witness Asks You for Legal Advice?

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