Investigating Sexual Harassment Complaints: An Update for Managers and Employers

摘要

Employers ignore sexual harassment complaints at their peril. They must navigate amid a number of federal statutes that define and affect their responsibility to maintain a harassment-free workplace. Employers must have an effective and well-publicized anti-harassment policy, they must investigate any claims, and they should administer appropriate discipline, as warranted. This article focuses on the crucial investigation stage. It provides detailed guidance on procedures, conduct, and the final written report to help protect employees from such behavior and from false charges, as well as protect employers from suits alleging liability regarding such claims.