Program Details
Leading Workplace Investigations with Confidence
Key Objectives
Explain the employment laws and best practices that trigger an employer's duty to investigate an incident; Navigate the mechanics of conducting an internal investigation and taking corrective action; Understand common pitfalls including confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and bias.
Every employer encounters situations that require an internal investigation to ensure legal compliance and to mitigate workplace risk. This presentation explains to HR professionals what situations justify a formal investigation, effective interviewing and data gathering, how to analyze results and make findings, and best practices for resolving investigations. We will also talk through real world examples and discuss hot to avoid common pitfalls.
Amanda Orcutt
Partner at Shults Law Firm
Amanda is an employment and education law attorney at Shults Law Firm who counsels clients on a wide range of issues. Amanda specializes in conducting internal investigations for schools, employers, and nonprofits. Amanda has extensive experience leading investigations related to employee misconduct, Title IX sexual misconduct, harassment and discrimination, retaliation, and other sensitive issues. Amanda conducts investigations in both privileged and non-privileged settings, provides written reports, and assists decision-makers in addressing investigative findings and creating corrective actions plans. Amanda also conducts climate assessments and audits for educational institutions and employers interested in assessing their environment to address issues related to equity and inclusion, safety, and other issues. Understanding the importance of preserving the attorney-client relationship, Amanda routinely partners with outside litigation counsel.
Date: Wed, October 23, 2024 | 8:00-9:00 am| Add to Calendar
Location: Room 208
Category: HR Development
HRCI Credits:
1.00 General HRCI Recertification credits available.
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SHRM Credits:
1.00 SHRM Recertification credits available.
HR2024 is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP℠ or SHRM-SCP℠. This program is valid for 1.00 PDCs for the SHRM-CP℠ or SHRM-SCP℠. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit shrmcertification.org.
Please Note: Speakers and topics are subject to change without notice.