The Essential Guide to Workplace Investigations, 6th Edition

By Lisa Guerin

Workplace complaints carry serious legal and financial risks to a company, so it’s essential to act fast when you receive an employee complaint. But an ineffective or poorly handled investigation can land your company in even more trouble than not performing one at all. It’s more important than ever to ensure your investigation is complete, impartial, and timely.

The Essential Guide to Workplace Investigations shows you how to legally and successfully investigate and resolve any type of complaint or problem. It covers common issues such as harassment, discrimination, violence, drug and alcohol use, and employee theft. 

The book guides you through each step of an effective investigation, including

• deciding whether to investigate
• planning an investigation
• interviewing witnesses
• gathering and evaluating evidence
• documenting the investigation
• and more.