Conducting Workplace Investigations

Conducting Workplace Investigations

Sponsored by the West Los Angeles Employer Advisory Council

Get ready for an insightful and interactive session led by Jonathan Fraser Light, a seasoned expert with over 40 years of experience in employment law and workplace training. Whether you're a business owner, HR professional, or supervisor, this event is packed with actionable guidance to navigate workplace investigations effectively and confidently.

Jonathan's expertise is unmatched—his team represents over 5,000 companies across California. As a skilled trial attorney and author, Jonathan brings a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to help you reduce liability, protect against lawsuits, and foster a compliant workplace.

This comprehensive training will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively handle workplace investigations, covering key topics such as:

• Who should investigate, and why
• Where to investigate, who to talk to
• Effective preparation for the investigation
• Effective questioning and listening
• What documents to obtain
• What to document, and how
• How do you keep it privileged, or not
• Legal issues surrounding investigations
• What to do after the investigation
• And much more!!!

This workshop will provide invaluable guidance to navigate complex workplace issues and foster a compliant, fair, and respectful work environment.

Reserve your spot now to ensure your organization is prepared for any workplace investigation challenges!

About the Presenter - Jonathan Light

Jon Light has more than 30 years of experience in the field of employment law, is AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell, and has been named multiple times as one of Southern California’s “Super Lawyers” by Los Angeles Magazine. As a founding partner at LightGabler LLP, Jon consults with over 600 companies throughout California regarding their day-to-day employment law needs.

Jon has successful jury trial, court trial, appellate, Labor Commission and binding arbitration results in lawsuits and administrative claims involving wrongful termination, sexual harassment, race discrimination, class action, wage & hour, and other employment related matters. He has also appeared on behalf of employers with the federal EEOC and Labor Department, the state Department of Fair employment and Housing, the National Labor Relations Board, and other government agencies involved with employment law issues.

Mr. Light frequently speaks to employer and human resources groups, including the Ventura County Employers Advisory Council (EAC), PIHRA, NHRA, and numerous business associations such as CPA forums, manufacturers associations, Dental and Medical Societies, and Chambers of Commerce.

Mr. Light has been in Ventura County business, professional and community issues, he has also been active in the following organizations: Ventura County Bar Association, Volunteer Legal Services and court-appointed mediator,Ventura County Medical Resource Foundation , Ventura County Taxpayers Associations, and groups.

Jon is a 1981 graduate of the UCLA School of Law, where he was a member of the Law Review. He is the author of two editions of the nationally acclaimed and award winning book, the cultural Encyclopedia of Baseball. He resides in Camarillo with his wife, Angela, a public school teacher and college admissions private consultant. Their twin daughters who live on the east coast have attended Yale and Georgetown.

Host or Publisher West Los Angeles Employer Advisory Council in partnership with The Employment Development Department