The human resources group SHRM brands itself as “the voice of all things work.” But when sued for racial discrimination, the organization tried to keep its own HR expertise out of the courtroom — only ...

When senior leaders ignore the findings of an investigation, HR professionals may find themselves between a rock and a hard place. Consider the following hypothetical scenario: A product engineering ...

Internal investigations are crucial for ensuring compliance, maintaining employee trust, and mitigating organizational risk. Whether triggered by a complaint, an incident, or an audit finding, ...

The biggest HR organization in the U.S. lost a discrimination lawsuit after making a basic mistake by neglecting its own staff’s professional preparations. The human resources group SHRM brands itself ...