Investigations

Hey there, picture this: It’s a rainy Tuesday afternoon in 2018, and I’m knee-deep in a corporate fraud case that’s spiraling out of control. Emails piling up like unread notifications, scattered data from cloud drives, and a team of analysts scattered across three time zones. As the lead investigator for a mid-sized consulting firm, I … Read more

Hey there, picture this: It’s a Monday morning, and you’re sipping your coffee when an email hits your inbox about a potential issue in the supply chain—maybe some discrepancies in inventory that don’t add up. As the head of compliance at a mid-sized manufacturing firm, I’ve been down this road more times than I can … Read more

Workplace investigations are a critical tool for addressing employee concerns, maintaining a healthy work environment, and ensuring legal compliance. Whether it’s a complaint about harassment, discrimination, or misconduct, a poorly handled investigation can lead to legal risks, damaged morale, and reputational harm. As someone who’s navigated the choppy waters of workplace disputes, I’ve seen firsthand … Read more

Imagine this: It’s a quiet evening, and there’s a knock at your door. You open it to find two officers standing there, badges gleaming under the porch light. “We’re investigating something, and we’d like to ask you a few questions.” Your heart races. What do you do next? That moment can feel like the plot … Read more

Hey there, if you’ve ever found yourself in the hot seat as an HR pro or manager dealing with a tough employee complaint, you know that sinking feeling. A few years back, I was leading HR at a mid-sized tech firm when a report of workplace harassment landed on my desk. It involved two team … Read more