Over the past few months, I have read blogs and opinion columns about whether alleged sexual harassers have been proclaimed guilty by their employers and the media without due process.
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Eight Steps to Avoid Getting Sued Over Your Investigation
Thorough investigations can protect employers from claims that their decisions were discriminatory, retaliatory, or in bad faith. Conversely, a defective investigation can increase an employers’ exposure to those same claims.
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6 Things You Should Never Say When Investigating Harassment Claims
Harassment has been in the news a lot lately. How a company responds to an employee complaint is critical. If your company receives a complaint, here are some things you
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6 Questions to Answer Before Your Company Receives a Harassment Complaint
When you read about sexual harassment claims, the focus is on what the alleged harasser is accused of doing. The sordid details are what attract readers. The Marchuk v. Faruqi
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Quick Tips for Conducting Investigations
As I’ve written before, California has specific requirements for employers investigating complaints of harassment. Failure to follow these requirements can expose an employer to just as much liability as the
Don't Let Your Harassment Investigation Weaken Your Case
A prompt, thorough investigation can go along way to preventing a harassment claim.
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