This workshop focuses on practical investigation techniques, where credibility assessment will be considered from a legal perspective, but also from a psychological theories’ perspective.
Recently, tribunals have placed some reliance upon a High Court decision that establishes that where a disciplinary process takes too long that, in itself, may be regarded as a penalty, justifying reduction, or even elimination, of sanctions. Could this apply to us as investigators? And what duties might we owe as a consequence?
In this session, we will discuss issues and nuances that are unique to investigating fraud, bribery, kickback schemes, conflicts of interest and other allegations of financial wrongdoing.
On April 29, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its long-awaited new guidance, Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace, which replaced the 1999 guidance. This webinar will focus on the must-know, key details for workplace investigators, with a particular focus on how this guidance will impact states who rely on federal EEO laws.
In this session, we will discuss issues and nuances that are unique to investigating fraud, bribery, kickback schemes, conflicts of interest and other allegations of financial wrongdoing.
This program will explore the nuances and difficulties that arise when there are dueling complaints of bias. Our presenters will address how bias functions, how to make reliable credibility determinations, and how to leverage methods of direct elicitation to the benefit of fact-finding. Participants will walk away with the tools necessary to sift through contesting testimony to arrive at the best possible reconstruction of what took place—and how to respond.
This webinar aims to support attendees in:
- Understanding AI's Role and Limits: Learn what AI can and cannot do in workplace investigations.
- Identifying Effective and Ineffective Practices: Discover effective ways to use AI and avoid common mistakes.
- Selecting the Right AI Tool: Learn what to look for when choosing an AI tool for investigations.
