Discriminatory behavior can be difficult to prove. Employees who allege that they are victims of bias often lack specific evidence. At the same time, employees may complain of discrimination to avoid the consequences of their own poor work performance. When grappling with such complaints, managers often bring their own pre-conceived ideas about the involved parties to the investigation, which can complicate matters further.

PII investigators approach every discrimination case with the overriding goal of finding the truth. Whether you are plaintiff’s counsel, defense counsel, or an employer conducting an internal investigation, PII will thoroughly review the allegations and provide you with a clear understanding of the facts.

African American employees working as skilled tradespeople complained when a noose appeared in the rafter of the warehouse where they worked. PII’s investigation found profane and racially-charged bathroom graffiti at the worksite, which was directed at minority employees, as well as evidence of derogatory race-based comments. Moreover, the investigation showed that line managers tolerated the discriminatory conduct.