402: A Step by Step Guide to Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

Tuesday, 24 April 2012 - 11:00am to 12:15pm
Workplace Application: 

Minimize the risk of litigation and liability to your organization by developing techniques to conduct effective and objective employee interviews.

Effective workplace investigations dissuade employees from bringing lawsuits and minimize the risk of liability after a lawsuit is filed. Employers who do not ensure that trained professionals conduct prompt, thorough and objective investigations into employee complaints do so at their own peril. Learn how to conduct a prompt, thorough and objective investigation as required by law and receive techniques to overcome common mistakes and roadblocks encountered during an investigation.

Presenter: 
Jane Kow, Owner, Principal, Employment Lawyer, HR Law Consultants

Jane Kow received her B.S. at Cornell University and her J.D. at New York University School of Law. Before founding Jane Kow & Associates, she practiced at leading national law firms where she defended companies against employment claims and advised them on all aspects of workplace laws. Jane devotes her practice to helping employers develop sound personnel policies and practices to reduce the risk of lawsuits. She creates customized training programs on effective documentation and performance management practices, conducting workplace investigations, sexual harassment prevention and workplace disability accommodations.

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