Workplace Investigations
Hunter Employee Relations undertakes professional workplace investigations in relation to:
- Misconduct & Policy Breaches
- Bullying & Sexual Harassment
- Attitude & Performance Issues
- Safety Breaches
- Workplace Culture Grievances
Not investigating an incident or complaint in a professional manner can leave you exposed when an employee challenges your decision during Unfair Dismissal or General Protections proceedings in the Fair Work Commission.
Where an employee claims workplace sexual harassment an investigation is vital to clarify what happened and to determine legal exposure and next steps. You may be required to justify your actions in the Australian Human Rights Commission. Compensation claims in this jurisdiction often exceed $50-$60,000 for minor incidents.
In addition to responding to a sexual harassment claim employers often find themselves also dealing with an unfair dismissal claim where the harassing employee has been terminated. Having good evidence is vital in defending both proceedings.
Hunter Employee Relations can undertake such investigations in a professional and confidential manner to assist you to make the right decisions.
Contact Michael at Hunter Employee Relations to discuss whether you should conduct an incident investigation.