How to Effectively Deal with Whistleblowers: An Employers Guide in 2019

Overview:

Over the years, whistleblowers have been known for divulging corporate and organizational crimes. While some documented cases of whistleblowing had adverse effect, not only on the company but also on the employees who came forth, there are also cases when the reported wrongdoing had been used to drive some positive changes in the company’s corporate governance.

If not properly handled, whistleblowing can cause a company huge reputational damages as well as legal and corporate liabilities. It is, therefore, of a company's best interest to make their employees feel comfortable about speaking up about their concerns internally.

In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of distinguished professionals and thought leaders will help employers understand the important aspects of this significant topic. They will provide an in-depth discussion on how to deal with whistleblowers in the workplace. Speakers will also offer best strategies in developing and implementing an effective compliance program and an internal complaint reporting scheme to deter any significant damages that whistleblowing might incur.

Key issues that will be covered in this course are:

• Best Practices in Dealing with Whistleblowers
• Notable Cases
• Effective Whistleblowing Policies and Procedures
• Risks and Pitfalls for Employers
• Practical Tips for Employers

Agenda:

Who Should Attend:

• Labor and Employment Lawyers
• Whistleblower Lawyers
• White Collar Lawyers
• Labor and Employment Counsel
• Employers and Employees
• Corporate Executives
• In-house Counsel
• Civil Litigators
• Compliance and Risk Officers
• Top Level Management
• Public and Private Companies
• Other Interested Professionals and Organizations