What do employers in Germany need to keep in mind when
planning and organising an internal investigation?
Internal investigations involve more than clarifying the facts
relevant to criminal offences to protect an organisation. A proper
investigation of critical issues is often the correct approach
where they fall far short of possible criminal liability. Focused
planning of investigations influences the quality of the results as
well as their legal usability.
Internal investigations are conducted more and more frequently
in organisations and have become part of everyday management
practice. The reasons for investigations can vary in type and
severity, from a bad atmosphere in a team, to accusations of
discrimination or criminal offences.
