A step-by-step guide to undertaking harassment investigations, this book provides in-depth legal analysis with case law and legal citations along with suggestions for best practices in unsettled areas of investigation law. From understanding when the duty to investigate arises to writing the final investigation report, this book covers all aspects essential to conducting a good, thorough and timely investigation.

Litigating the Workplace Harassment Claim looks at issues which must be addressed preliminary to the investigation as well as pitfalls to avoid during the investigation process. Useful forms are included and sample documents provide readers with a hands-on approach to this important topic.Topics include:

• A thorough step by step guide to conducting investigations complete with useful forms and sample documents.
• In-depth legal analysis of unsettled issues resulting in suggestions for best practices.
• Explanations of the relevant law helpful to managers, lawyers, attorney investigators, HR professionals and private investigators.