HR investigations

HR investigations are internal workplace inquiries conducted by a company’s human resources department to gather facts about alleged misconduct or policy violations, such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or theft. They typically involve interviewing people, reviewing documents and communications, and recommending actions to resolve the issue and reduce legal risk.

How to Protect Attorney-Client Privilege in California During Internal Workplace Investigations

Attorney-Client Privilege / Jack Gilbert

California Evidence Code § 954 generally protects confidential attorney-client communications, but privilege is easily waived during internal workplace investigations if the process is not tightly controlled. California employers often investigate harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, and whistleblower claims under intense time pressure and with mixed teams (HR, compliance, managers, outside vendors). This article explains how California attorneys […]

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How to Prove Hostile Work Environment in Under 3 Documented Incidents

You can prove a hostile work environment with as few as 1–3 documented incidents if the conduct is severe enough and tied to a protected characteristic. Strong proof includes dated notes, emails/texts, witnesses, HR complaints, and evidence it interfered with your work. This article explains the legal standard and how to document and report harassment