Are Employers Required to Conduct an Investigation Before Dismissing a Worker for Cause?

Investigations have become common occurrences in the modern workplace. Their rise in popularity has corresponded with statutory changes which require employers to investigate certain claims of misconduct (such as those related to workplace harassment or violence).

In a recent contribution to First Reference Talks (a collaborative HR and employment law advisory blog), Andrew Vey discusses the duty to investigate at common law and how the courts address procedural elements of summary dismissal.

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