2018 - The Psychology and Law of Harassment Investigations

Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Learn how to avoid the legal landmines surrounding investigations i.e Laws that influence your investigation
Gain an understanding of the perspectives of the complainant and the accused
What Managers need to know about all aspects of handling harassment claims
Choosing the right Investigator
Creating a successful roadmap to your investigation
Conducting effective interviews
Making the decision whether to investigate
How to use psychology to get to the truth
Utilizing effective interview techniques
Evaluating complainant, the accused, and witness credibility
Creating a perception of fairness
Appropriate handling of documentation
Developing documentation that will stand-up in a lawsuit
Compiling your final report
Writing a court-ready final report
Communicating investigation results with sensitivity and fairness
Effectively handling of the impact on your employees
Addressing the rumors & questions in the aftermath of an investigation
Making the appropriate determination
Learn how to take appropriate action once a determination has been made
Prevent retaliation and future workplace misconduct