The $50 Billion Problem: Why Employee Theft Investigations Require Professional Expertise
Employee theft represents one of the most devastating yet underreported crises facing American businesses today. The numbers tell a sobering story: over $50 billion in annual losses, with 75% of employees admitting to stealing from their workplace at least once. Even more shocking, 95% of all businesses have experienced employee theft, making this a virtually […]
The Hidden Crisis: Why Healthcare Organizations Need Professional Workplace Investigations
Working in healthcare means dealing with life-and-death situations daily. But there’s another crisis brewing behind hospital doors—one that threatens patient safety, destroys careers, and costs healthcare systems millions. I’m talking about workplace misconduct that goes far beyond typical office drama. After investigating hundreds of cases in medical facilities, we’ve seen how quickly things can spiral […]
FMLA Fraud in Energy Operations: The Hidden Crisis Draining Your Budget and Compromising Safety
The statistics reveal a troubling reality: 66% of HR professionals acknowledge widespread FMLA abuse in their organizations. In energy operations, this fraud creates problems that extend far beyond lost productivity. When safety-critical positions sit empty due to fraudulent medical claims, operational integrity suffers and people can get hurt. Energy companies face a unique vulnerability to […]
Workplace Violence Threats: Prevention, Detection, and Response Strategies
Workplace violence is a growing concern for organizations worldwide, encompassing a range of harmful behaviors, from physical assaults and verbal threats to digital harassment and intimidation. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), nearly two million workers report being victims of workplace violence annually in the United States alone. The Bureau of Labor […]
Digital Harassment in the Workplace: What Employers Should Watch For in 2025
As remote and hybrid work models solidify their place in the modern workplace, the boundaries of professional interaction have extended into the digital sphere. While these advancements have increased flexibility and connectivity, they have also created new avenues for misconduct. Digital harassment, ranging from inappropriate messages to exclusionary behavior, has become a pressing concern for […]
How Companies Can Protect Intellectual Property from Insider Threats
Employee intellectual property (IP) theft has grown to be a major issue in a society going more and more technologically advanced. The dangers to private data have increased as more businesses choose digital collaboration and remote work. Employee misbehavior involving sensitive firm data—that is, insider threats—may cause significant financial and reputation harm. This article looks […]
How Do Corporate Culture Audits Prevent Workplace Crises?
High turnover, legal problems, and reputation damage to a business can all follow from a toxic corporate culture. Companies who ignore workplace culture run long-term losses in the competitive corporate environment. Before they become crises, a proactive corporate culture audit can find problems. These audits give companies vital new perspectives on employee satisfaction, communication, and […]
Workplace Investigations in 2025: What Employers Need to Know
Workplace investigations are evolving in 2025 with new laws and shifting workplace cultures. Learn how employers can navigate these changes and ensure compliance.
How Businesses Can Take Actionable Steps to Stop Human Trafficking in 2025
Human trafficking is a national problem that affects millions of people. Over 27.6 million people were caught in forced labor or sexual exploitation in 2021 alone, producing unlawful earnings of $150 billion yearly. Underlining the widespread prevalence of this crime, the National Human Trafficking Hotline managed in the United States over 10,000 cases in 2022. […]
Breaking Barriers: The $2.17M SkyWest Verdict Highlights + How Lauth Would Help
In a landmark decision, a federal jury recently awarded $2.17 million against SkyWest Airlines for subjecting a female parts clerk to a sexually hostile work environment. The jury’s verdict — the largest ever obtained by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in the Northern District of Texas — underscores the critical importance of maintaining […]