Regulators Are Workplaces Too
by Dean BenardOver the last 26 years I have worked as a regulator or for regulators, and I have admired how seriously they take the job of making it possible ...
October 29, 2026
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Digital Evidence
Can You Trust That Screenshot?By Dean BenardThere was a time, not all that long ago, when the evidence in an investigation was mostly people. We interviewed ...
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When Both Sides Bring a Machine: AI, In the Hands of Complainants and Respondents
We sent a summary of allegations to a complainant for them to review recently, which is a routine step and one of the more important aspects of the process, ...
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Delay: The Silent Killer of Investigations
As investigators, we devote enormous care to getting things right. We think deeply about fairness, neutrality, and thoroughness. We have embraced ...
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The Cold Case on Your Desk: Investigating Historical Matters
Every investigator eventually gets the file that begins with a sentence like, "This happened a long time ago, but…" Sometimes it's eight years. Sometimes ...
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The Messy Reality of Investigations
Investigations are often portrayed as structured, objective processes designed to uncover the truth. Policies, procedures, and professional standards suggest ...
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When Procedural Fairness Becomes Procedural Theatre
By Dean BenardIn the world of investigations, we talk a lot about procedural fairness, and for good reason. It’s the backbone of any credible process. People ...
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Fraud Isn’t Always What It Seems: Understanding the Divide Between Workplace, Regulatory, and Criminal Investigations
March is Fraud Prevention Month and it is a time when organizations rightly focus on controls, safeguards, and early detection. But when concerns arise, the ...
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The High-Performer Problem: Investigating Misconduct When the Organization Has Something To Lose
Workplace investigations are supposed to be neutral exercises in fact-finding. Policies are clear. Mandates are defined. Standards of proof are articulated.And ...
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The Hidden Cost of Investigations: Why Investigator Wellbeing Matters
In our line of work, whether it’s professional regulation or workplace conflict, investigation isn’t just a task. It’s a responsibility. We deal with ...
January 26, 2026
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