Under the Microscope: How High-Profile Investigation Failures Shape Best Practices

When workplace investigations make headlines, they often reveal where processes broke down and what could have been done differently. In this session, Constangy Workplace Investigations Practice Group co-chairs Taren Greenidge and Sasha Thaler will examine investigations that made headlines to uncover the practical lessons they offer employers today. From harassment claims to workplace violence, they will walk through key missteps that increase legal risk and identify best practices for conducting thorough, defensible investigations. Attendees will gain insight into common pitfalls that can undermine investigations or lead to litigation, and learn about best practices for effective processes to avoid those outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

• Glean insights from noteworthy investigations that went wrong and apply those lessons to your own processes
• Get guidance on building consistent, defensible investigation strategies
• Avoid common pitfalls that can undermine an investigation or play out in litigation