Sessions

Concurrent Session
The Top 10 Things You Need to Know When Investigating High-Level Executives
Convention Center: 152
Monday 06/20/2016 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM   Add to calendar
1.25 SHRM PDCs, 1.25 HR Credit | Competencies: Critical Evaluation, Ethical Practice | Intended Audience: Senior-Level
Workplace Application:
Learn practical, legal, and strategic considerations to help you effectively conduct complex, high-level investigations. 

You've just been asked to investigate a complaint against someone in senior management. Your next steps are absolutely critical. This session explores the challenging and often delicate issues related to investigating senior executives. Topics include investigator selection/retention, reporting requirements, chain of command, disclosure obligations and scope of the investigation. And, don't forget potential defamation and other potential legal issues, as well as managing internal and external public relations issues. This session will help you:

·         Understand the nuances and complexities of investigating senior level executives. 

·         Take steps to prepare your organization for the legal risks that can occur before, during and after the investigation. 

·         Learn to create an effective strategy that covers retaliation concerns, evidence, privilege and technology issues.

Allison West, Esq., SHRM-SCP, AWI-CH Photo
Presenter:
Allison West, Esq., SHRM-SCP, AWI-CH, Principal,
Employment Practices Specialists