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🔍 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗛 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🔍 Effective witness inquiries are crucial for a fair and thorough investigation under the POSH Act. Here are key steps to ensure a successful inquiry: 𝟭️⃣ 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Understand the complaint and identify key witnesses. 𝟮️⃣ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process. 𝟯️⃣ 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Conduct inquiries in a safe and private setting. 𝟰️⃣ 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Explain the inquiry process to the witness. 𝟱️⃣ 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻-𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Encourage honest and detailed responses. 𝟲️⃣ 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Treat all witnesses fairly, without bias. 𝟳️⃣ 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Record testimony verbatim and objectively. 𝟴️⃣ 𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Ensure witnesses understand their protections under the law. By following these guidelines, organizations can uphold justice and integrity while fostering a safe workplace for all. 🛡️👩⚖️👨⚖️ #POSHAct #WorkplaceSafety #WitnessInquiry #HRBestPractices #DiversityAndInclusion #FairInvestigation #Protouch

As we move towards the festive break, we reflect on legal and regulatory change, technological leaps-forward and emboldened agencies. Our final editorial for 2024 shares the thoughts of some of our top contributors who cut through the noise on what really matters in 2024, and where things are likely to head in 2025. Read now: https://lnkd.in/gdtTaz4K #reglexwrites #regulatorychange #regulatorycompliance #compliance #reflection #predicitions | Phil Taylor | Kate Wombell | Joshua Chu (朱喬華) | Katharine Leaman | Padraig Walsh

Are you sure your doctors are classified correctly? Misclassifying doctors as employees or independent practitioners can lead to costly legal and financial consequences for your practice. Here are the key risks and why reviewing your agreements is crucial for compliance. Protect your practice—don’t wait until it’s too late. Get in touch with us today. Link is in the comments. #MedicalPractice #Compliance #IndependentPractitioners #ProtectYourPractice

A recent court decision in Florida challenges the constitutionality of the #FalseClaimsAct’s #quitam provision, which allows #whistleblowers to file lawsuits on behalf of the government. This could have major implications for how whistleblowers are supported and encouraged to report misconduct. If upheld, this ruling may create new barriers for those brave enough to come forward. For #compliance professionals, this shift highlights the importance of reinforcing internal reporting channels and maintaining strong protections for reporters. Even as legal frameworks evolve, creating a culture where employees feel safe to report without fear of #retaliation is crucial to promoting transparency and ethical practices.

Whistleblowers embody the principle of speaking truth to power, even in the face of significant personal risk. Their role in uncovering misconduct and protecting the public interest is critical for the functioning of a healthy, transparent, and accountable society. Join our exclusive webinar to learn how you can stand up for ethics and accountability. Register at the link below the advert.

Working in Private Sectors for years and as like every other sector there are pros and cons, this time I have decided to step and speak up on toxic office cultures, and biased management systems which not just infiltrates a professional's motivation and integrity but impacts heavily on an individual's self respect, honesty and trust. Laws are made to be broken which is a proverb but then again Laws are made to mend these bended systems and crimes. Yes it is a punishable crime by law which i believe should be acted on. We say we got independence, but have we???? #privatesectors #systematichassassments #laborlaws #toxicworkculture #lawstopreventandpunish #professionals

It was a pleasure to speak about “Building Effective Whistleblowing Protections and Compliance” with Mary Inman, Sybille Raphael and Francesca Cassidy-Taylor during yesterday’s ThoughtLeaders4 Disputes | TL4D webinar. Take home points: 1) The inadequate protections for #whistleblowers in the UK; 2) The importance of whistleblowers for robust and transparent corporate #governance; 3) The need for cultural change in attitudes towards whistleblowers who raise their heads above the parapet; 4) The way in which the #Rewards programs in the US incentivise public interest disclosures. #publicinterest #accountability #irwinmitchell

Maintaining ethical boundaries in EMDR is vital for client safety and trust. This includes managing confidentiality, dual relationships, and legal obligations like mandated reporting. Regular self-reflection and consultation help ensure ethical integrity. Get all the details on ethical EMDR: https://lnkd.in/eVjwkfZr #EMDRTherapy #TherapistEthics #MentalHealthSupport #TherapistGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #TraumaInformedCare #TherapistResources

🛡️ Why Whistleblowers Fear Speaking Out: Legal Barriers and Regulatory Bias 🛡️ Despite the crucial role whistleblowers play in ensuring transparency and accountability, many are hesitant to come forward due to various legal and systemic obstacles. From SLAPPs and NDAs to cost orders and biased regulators, these barriers create a chilling effect. My latest article delves into these issues, examines the protections of the Public Disclosure Act 1998, and highlights the importance of collective action. 🔗 Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/emKyaArU to understand the challenges and how we can support those who dare to speak out. #WhistleblowerProtection #Transparency #Accountability #SLAPP #NDAs #CostOrders #PublicDisclosure #LegalReform #JusticeSystem #RegulatoryBias #SpeakOut #CorporateMisconduct

It is tempting for organizations to downplay compliance violations as an isolated event attributable to a few bad apples. But, because wrongdoing is often much more extensive than originally believed, organizations cannot afford to assume that an incident is an isolated event. For NYU Program on Corporate Compliance and Enforcement, Jonny Frank, Michele Edwards and Chris Hoyle provide key insights on "Read Across" and Remediation. Read more by clicking the link below. #remediation #compliance #readacross #riskmanagement #regulatorycompliance