"Workplace Investigations: An Advanced Workshop," Davis Wright Tremaine workshop, Seattle

This advanced workshop focused on the challenges presented in workplace investigations. This program was ideal for legal counsel or human resources professionals who are responsible for investigating claims of workplace misconduct, discrimination or harassment.

Through a combination of practical exercises, Mark Berry led the group to explore:

1. The investigation plan: where to begin and when to stop
2. Getting to the point: witness challenges
3. Confidentiality in light of recent NLRB rulings
4. Credibility determinations: clues to determine who is telling the truth
5. Documentation: the investigation summary and written communications
6. Preparing for potential legal challenges and being deposed