You’re sitting in your office on a Tuesday morning, coffee still warm, when HR walks in with that look. You know the one. An employee has filed a discrimination complaint, and their smoking gun evidence is essentially: “I feel treated badly, and I’m in a protected class, so… what else
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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