Internal Workplace Investigations for Youngstown Employers

Every employer eventually faces a situation that needs careful fact finding. Inventory goes missing, a field employee seems to be somewhere other than the job site, a complaint is filed against a supervisor, or a former employee appears to be working for a competitor in violation of an agreement. An independent investigation helps employers make fair, defensible decisions.

Common Workplace Investigations

• Theft of inventory, cash, tools or equipment
• Time theft and falsified time records
• Misuse of company vehicles or fuel cards
• Abuse of leave policies
• Violations of noncompete or nonsolicitation agreements
• Policy violations and misconduct complaints
• Substance use affecting workplace safety

Why Use an Outside Investigator

An outside investigator brings objectivity, experience and time that managers often lack. Independent findings are less likely to be viewed as biased and can carry more weight if a decision is later challenged.

Methods

Depending on the situation, investigators may conduct surveillance of field employees in public places, interview witnesses, review records provided by the employer and research public records for outside businesses or conflicts of interest. Every step is planned with the employer and, when appropriate, legal counsel.

Legal Considerations

Employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, privacy rules and consumer reporting laws can affect investigations. Employers should involve human resources and counsel. Investigators gather facts and leave employment decisions to the employer.

Confidentiality

Workplace investigations are handled discreetly to protect employees, witnesses and the business.

Clear Reports

Findings are presented objectively with supporting documentation, photos and video when applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you interview employees on site?

Yes, with the employer’s arrangement.

Can you watch a remote employee?

Lawful surveillance in public places can be arranged.

Will you recommend discipline?

No. We provide facts, and the employer decides.

Discretion and Professional Standards

Every case we handle is treated as confidential. Our investigators use unmarked vehicles, professional equipment and lawful methods, and they will break off rather than risk exposing a case. Reports are written in plain language, stick to facts that were observed and documented and avoid speculation. This approach protects our clients, respects the rights of everyone involved and makes the results more credible if they are reviewed by an attorney, a magistrate or a judge anywhere in the Mahoning Valley.

Why Clients Choose Ohio Security & Investigations

Ohio Security & Investigations LLC is based in Youngstown and serves Mahoning County, Trumbull County, Columbiana County and communities throughout the Mahoning Valley, including Boardman, Canfield, Austintown, Poland, Struthers, Warren, Niles and Hubbard. As a founding member of the Ohio Association of Investigative & Security Professionals, our team is committed to professional standards, lawful methods and clear communication. We provide fingerprinting, BCI and FBI background checks, process serving and private investigations for individuals, families, attorneys and businesses.

Contact Ohio Security & Investigations

Ohio Security & Investigations LLC
7087 West Blvd #8
Youngstown, Ohio 44512
Phone: (888) 341-6960
Email: info@ohioinvestigators.com
Website: ohioinvestigators.com

Call or email today to schedule fingerprinting, request process service or arrange a confidential consultation.