The Corporate Governance & Internal Investigations Advisor, published by Jackson Lewis P.C., focuses on issues related to corporate governance, internal investigations, and compliance within organizations. The blog covers topics such as whistleblower protection laws, best practices for conducting workplace investigations, Department of Justice enforcement trends, and strategies for managing misconduct and ethical risks. It also addresses the role of whistleblowers in promoting transparency and accountability, legal updates on employment and labor law, and guidance on maintaining effective internal controls and corporate policies. The content is aimed at attorneys, HR professionals, and corporate boards seeking to navigate regulatory requirements and mitigate legal risks associated with governance and investigations.
A threshold issue in any internal investigation is the selection of an investigator. A number of considerations will guide a company’s decision.
Internal or External Investigator
There are several factors to consider in selecting an investigator, and practical considerations frequently…
In today’s post #MeToo era, most companies, big or small, will likely need to conduct an internal investigation on an employee’s claims. Knowing how to conduct a successful internal investigation will help a company protect itself. Not only do internal…
Codes of Conduct are designed to set forth an organization’s values and principles, while detailing expectations for employees. In many ways, it is one of the most important documents an organization can develop. At times, when an employer decides it…
In today’s climate, boards are under increased scrutiny and governance continues to be a key compliance function. As a result, sound governance practices are an important focus for organizations.
Boards are expected to set organizational culture and foster an environment…
In Wadler v. Bio-Rad Labs., Inc., the Ninth Circuit narrowed the circumstances under which a plaintiff can prove a Sarbanes-Oxley Act (“SOX”) claim.
Sanford Wadler, the former general counsel of Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., alleged that during his tenure, he raised…
New board of directors appointments such as Indra Nooyi joining Amazon, Nikki Haley nominated by Boeing, and Michelle J. Howard as IBM’s latest director illustrate the accelerating trend of gender and minority diversity on corporate boards – an apt topic…
Part 1 of this two-part series explored the five steps to consider before and at the start of any internal investigation.
The next five steps focus on conducting and concluding the investigation and will help guide a company during the…
The ability to effectively conduct internal investigations is essential to any business.
From fiscal year 2014 to fiscal year 2018, the number of whistleblower retaliation complaints filed with OSHA has increased by 29 percent. Between 2007 and 2017, retaliation claims…
A February 20, 2019 article from Bloomberg Law provides statistics to explain the significant delays experienced by litigators and attorneys alike in Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s investigation of whistleblower claims. A substantial increase in the number of whistleblower complaints…
2018 was a transformative year for corporate governance. Record whistleblower awards, an increasing number internal investigations partly arising out of the #MeToo movement, an expansion of the role of companies’ boards, and corporate social responsibility all shaped 2018. This is…
