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Workplace Investigations

Our workplace investigations lawyers conduct workplace investigations for employers across Australia. No matter where you’re located within Australia, we can help.

Workplace investigations must be carried out in an impartial, independent and cost-effective way. Prosper Law can provide legal advice and investigation services for allegations made in the workplace.

We will provide independent investigation services and reports so that businesses can make informed decisions.

Our employment lawyers provide fixed fee legal services to employers and workers.

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Our workplace investigations Legal Services

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Workplace Investigation Advisory Services

Our legal team offers comprehensive advisory services for workplace investigations.

Our team of experienced employment lawyers can provide in-depth advice on potential disclosure issues and broader concerns that may arise during the investigation process.

We guide companies on the most cost-effective strategies to approach the investigation and narrow down which allegations will be investigated.

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Workplace Investigation Management and Investigation Report

Our workplace lawyers can manage the entire workplace investigations process.

This includes collecting and analysing evidence, conducting interviews, and developing findings and recommendations.

We ensure the investigation is thorough, impartial, and compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

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Workplace Sexual Harassment Investigation

We have extensive experience in dealing with alleged misconduct and inappropriate behaviour, including allegations of sexual harassment. We ensure that investigations are procedurally fair and capable of being used to defend your business.

We work with management and human resources staff to ensure workplace investigations are carried out efficiently. Our legal services in this area also include providing legal advice for workplaces and representation for Fair Work claims.

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Policy Development and Implementation

In addition to conducting investigations, we help clients draft and implement policies and procedures.

This includes policies on bullying and harassment, discrimination, and health and safety.

We provide legal advice on the correct procedures for developing and implementing these policies and preparing policies that are compliant with current laws and regulations.

Why choose Prosper Law?

Initial consultation and advice

We begin with a confidential consultation to understand your matter and how we can help. We may recommend detailed advice so that we can determine the best way to approach the investigation process. We will also develop a recommended strategy.

Fixed fee legal services for workplace investigations

No one likes a legal bill that takes them by surprise. We offer our clients exactly what they bargain for – clear and transparent legal fees.

We will provide you with an upfront quote and confirm that you are happy to proceed before providing you with our costs agreement.

Experienced workplace investigation lawyers

Our employment solicitors are experienced in investigating workplace misconduct. We have worked with small and large organisations, as well as acting on behalf of workers.

We understand that successful workplace investigations provide sensible outcomes for businesses.

We work hard to protect our clients and provide actionable workplace solutions. This involves assessing workplace complaints, the need for disciplinary action and preparing expert investigation reports.

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Workplace investigations Law FAQs

I am an employer who wants to manage the process, how can your services help?

When conducting a workplace investigation, it is essential to follow the correct procedures and ensure that all parties are treated fairly and with respect. Failure to do so can result in legal action and damage to your business’s reputation. A poorly conducted procedure can also impact an employer’s relationship with its workforce.

We can provide you with legal advice on the correct procedures for conducting a workplace investigation. We assist in developing an investigation plan that meets your business needs and goals.

We can also assist you with conducting witness interviews, gathering evidence, and analysing the facts of the case. We can assist you to ensure your investigation is thorough, impartial, and compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

What is the workplace investigation process your investigators follow?

Our investigations will generally follow the best practice steps set out below:

Organisation receives a complaint

An employer receives a complaint such as workplace bullying and other workplace complaints. An employer has a duty to act on the complaint including by investigating workplace complaints.

Strategy and scoping

Our lawyers work with clients to identify the most cost-effective way to approach the investigation and narrow in on which allegations will be investigated. Serious allegations will be given priority, such as claims of sexual harassment or serious bullying.

It may also be necessary to stand down workers that are the subject of a complaint or temporarily move them to another location within the business.

Gather documents and information

We interview witnesses and workers, and gather correspondence, CCTV and other relevant evidence. We will also need a copy of the employment contract and any relevant policies and procedures.

Evidence may be obtained from the organisation, third parties, staff members or senior management.

Our workplace investigators analyse the information

Our experienced lawyers will review and analyse the evidence and carry out further fact-finding tasks (where necessary).

It is important to consider whether the evidence is reliable or whether additional information may be needed.

Opportunity to respond and fair processes

We will provide relevant parties with the opportunity to respond to issues identified during the investigation process.

A procedurally fair procedure also requires that decisions are made by people who are independent to issue. This is a key reason why it is helpful to engage our legal firm to manage the matter.

Professional workplace reports

Subject to the strategy and scoping approach, we will make findings of fact, comment on breaches of workplace legislation, policies or procedures and provide an investigation report.

The amount of detail the report goes into will depend on the nature of the issue, the number of people involved, the amount of supporting information and other factors.

Do you help employees who are being investigated by their employer?

If you are an employee who has been asked to respond to allegations or participate in a workplace investigation, you may need a workplace lawyer. Our team are here to help.

We provide supportive, cost-effective legal representation for employees. We can attend meetings as a support person, assist you in responding to allegations or questions, and provide strategies to protect your rights. We understand that this can be stressful. We will strive to support you and reduce the stress of the investigation process.

We are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of legal service and representation. We will work with you to develop a legal strategy that meets your business requirements. Contact us today for a fixed fee quote for workplace investigation and legal services.

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