Overview:
Writing the investigative report actually begins from the very beginning of your investigation and continues throughout the process.
This webinar will discuss the intricacies of writing the critical final report of your investigation that may be discoverable (all documents that must be provided to opposing counsel in case of a lawsuit) if an employee files a formal charge with the EEOC or your state's human rights department, or if you are sued.
A number of critical actions are required as part of your investigation. These include determining credibility of each interviewee, corroborating evidence and reaching a conclusion. In order to write a thorough report, investigators must make a decision as to whether the investigated misconduct was a violation of any laws or policies and present these findings in an objective, accurate and concise manner.
An in-depth comprehensive investigative report memorializes the investigation, and can be evidence that an investigation actually occurred to minimize your liability.
Why you should Attend:
Areas Covered in the Session:
Writing the investigative report actually begins from the very beginning of your investigation and continues throughout the process.
This webinar will discuss the intricacies of writing the critical final report of your investigation that may be discoverable (all documents that must be provided to opposing counsel in case of a lawsuit) if an employee files a formal charge with the EEOC or your state's human rights department, or if you are sued.
A number of critical actions are required as part of your investigation. These include determining credibility of each interviewee, corroborating evidence and reaching a conclusion. In order to write a thorough report, investigators must make a decision as to whether the investigated misconduct was a violation of any laws or policies and present these findings in an objective, accurate and concise manner.
An in-depth comprehensive investigative report memorializes the investigation, and can be evidence that an investigation actually occurred to minimize your liability.
Why you should Attend:
- Will receive an in-depth outline of the critical elements in an investigative report
- Learn what needs to be documented regarding credibility of each witness, target, and accused
- Learn how to corroborate evidence
- Learn how to draw conclusions
- All of which must be included in the report to minimize liability
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Discuss the critical elements of the investigative report
- List frequently missing elements from reports
- Appraise credibility of each interviewee
- Describe how to reach conclusions
- List required follow-up actions
Speaker
Dr. Susan Strauss is a national and international speaker, trainer, consultant and a recognized expert on workplace and school harassment and bullying. She conducts harassment and bullying investigations and functions as an expert witness in harassment and bullying lawsuits. Her clients are from business, education, healthcare, law, and government organizations from both the public and private sector.Who Should Attend
- Human Resources Professionals in all Industries
