Example of Improper Investigations

Employers can make critical missteps when faced with allegations of misconduct. Even if allegations of misconduct seem to amount to a “he said/she said” situation, a good faith investigation is required, and terminating a strong performing employee after a complaint of harassment can be fraught with legal peril.¹

An improper investigation might involve such factors as:²

• Lack of a formal investigation plan.
• Lack of promptness.
• Interviewing the complainant and the accused at the same time rather than separately.