Workplace Investigations That Work: Strategies for Getting It Right

Workplace investigations into harassment, theft, and other forms of employee misconduct are becoming increasingly common. When conducted properly, these investigations can significantly reduce—or even eliminate—an employer’s legal exposure. Unfortunately, many investigations fall short and fail to achieve their intended purpose.

This presentation will equip you with the essential tools for conducting thorough and effective workplace investigations. It will cover how to plan an investigation, determine who to interview, manage challenging witnesses, understand employee rights during investigatory interviews, and navigate other complex issues that may arise.

Speaker: John M. Bagyi, Esq., SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Recognized as one of the 500 Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers by Lawdragon, John counsels and represents employers on broad range of labor and employment matters.  His practice is focused on assisting organizations in achieving and maintaining legal compliance while enhancing employee engagement and overall workplace productivity. He has served as a guest lecturer at Albany Law School, RPI and the University at Albany, and is a frequent speaker at national, regional, and state conferences. John also serves as the General Counsel to the New York State Society of Human Resource Management. 

John has been recognized by Human Resource Executive magazine as one of 200 of the Nation’s Most Powerful Employment Attorneys and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He is listed in New York Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America, which has honored him as Albany Labor Law – Management "Lawyer of the Year”, Albany Litigation – Labor and Employment “Lawyer of the Year” and Albany Employment Law – Management “Lawyer of the Year”.  In 2025, John was recognized as one of the Top 25 Super Lawyers in the Hudson Valley.