Establish the authority of the investigator and scope of investigation at the beginning of your investigative report.
The importance of writing an objective and credible investigation report from the complaint to the conclusion.
Structure of your investigative report
When and how to include in your report the standards/models of proof and how they were utilized in your investigation.
10 steps to include in your report to establish an effective investigation for:
o Discrimination
o Harassment and
o Bullying (threats/violence)
How to document your efforts to avoid legal minefields during your investigation efforts:
o Negligent (and deliberately negligent) Investigation
o Loudermill and Weingarten Rights
o Violation of Public Policy
o False light/Defamation
o False Imprisonment
o Intentional or Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress
o Searches and Monitoring/Surveillance