About the Course

Workplace investigations can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for HR professionals. From handling sensitive complaints to navigating reluctant witnesses and legal risks, every step of the process requires precision, fairness, and compliance. A poorly handled investigation can lead to legal liability, loss of employee trust, and reputational damage for your organization. But with the right approach, you can conduct thorough, legally sound, and unbiased investigations with confidence. Join us for this practical and engaging one-hour webinar, designed specifically for HR professionals who oversee internal investigations. Led by Deborah J. Wright, Esq., PHR, SHRM-CP, a highly experienced workplace investigator and employment attorney, this session will provide you with the knowledge, tools, and best practices to ensure every investigation you conduct is fair, effective, and legally defensible. What You'll Learn - A clear, step-by-step process for handling workplace investigations from start to finish - How to navigate difficult challenges, such as reluctant witnesses, conflicting accounts, and credibility disputes - Best practices for documenting investigations to withstand legal and organizational scrutiny - Strategies for addressing EEOC involvement and compliance considerations - Tips to ensure investigations are thorough, unbiased, and legally sound Whether you’re new to conducting investigations or looking to refine your approach, this webinar will equip you with the confidence and expertise needed to manage investigations efficiently and effectively.

Meet The Speaker

Deborah J. Wright is a licensed Attorney who provides affordable HR and ER services at WBL, a small boutique Firm in Brentwood, TN. Deborah has conducted (too many to count) HR Investigations, countless HR Audits and employment mediations. With special and advanced knowledge in all areas of Human Resources and Employment Law, Deborah is able to provide her clients with timely resolutions to their legal HR matters. Deborah is also a Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR), a Certified ADA Administrator, Certified DISC Consultant, Certified EEO Investigator, Training Specialist, HR Advisor, Rule 31 Certified Civil Mediator and a former Faculty Fellow at Lipscomb University. Prior to becoming an attorney, Deborah worked as an HR Consultant and mediator for small businesses and even continues to provide HR Consulting services to these same loyal clients.

Curriculum

2 Chapters · 2 Lessons

  1. 1

    On Demand Webinar

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Workplace Investigations: What Every HR Pro Needs to Know

  2. 2

    Resources

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      The Anatomy of a Workplace Investigation

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