Managing an organization comes with unexpected challenges that demand your immediate attention. While some workplace disputes can be resolved through a quick meeting with human resources, there are other situations where having an outside investigator helps you and HR address potential legal, financial, and reputational risks. Conducting a proper internal investigation is a crucial step to protect everyone involved.
The MK Law & Consulting team has many years of experience helping organizations navigate workplace investigations. We understand the need for prompt action that is objective, confidential to the extent possible, and sensitive to the emotional toll that investigations can take.
How the Law Impacts Your Approach
Understanding the rules that govern your organization is a vital part of handling any workplace complaint. Federal and state laws and regulations dictate how you must manage workplace complaints. For example, federal and state civil rights statutes require employers to take prompt and appropriate corrective action when dealing with discrimination claims. The team at MK Law understands these requirements and can help.
Building a Fair and Thorough Fact-Finding Process
If you have received a report of wrongdoing, whether internal or external, your organization needs to respond quickly and strategically. Primarily, you need to discover the truth while remaining respectful of those involved in the dispute. Whoever runs the investigation needs to be completely neutral, so they can remain objective and avoid making early assumptions about the outcome. The MK Law team is experienced in conducting investigations and providing organizations with the facts necessary to determine the proper outcome. We can assist in securing crucial evidence, taking witness statements and conducting witness interviews, reviewing and analyzing relevant documents, keeping the investigation and all information obtained confidential (to the fullest extent possible), and preparing documentation to substantiate the outcome.
Let the MK Law Team Help You Move Forward
Investigating and solving workplace issues requires having experienced legal counsel to ensure compliance with relevant federal, state and local laws. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.