When a company is under regulatory scrutiny, communication is crucial. Regulators expect transparency, cooperation, and timely updates—but over-disclosure or premature conclusions can backfire. Striking the right balance requires a clear understanding of the investigation’s scope, progress, and legal implications. Effective communication starts with a plan. A company should balance the need for a complete and […]

Independence and objectivity are critical to the credibility of any internal investigation. If stakeholders perceive any bias or undue influence, the investigation’s findings might be compromised, and the company’s reputation could suffer. Ensuring impartiality requires thoughtful planning around who conducts the investigation, appropriate reporting lines within the company, and maintaining confidentiality throughout the process. Best […]

What should employers know about DOJ enforcement? In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorney Rebecca Strauss sits down with her colleague, Jennifer McManus, a former federal prosecutor, to discuss what businesses need to know about internal investigations, criminal liability, and civil enforcement trends. Jennifer shares insights from her time with the Department of Justice and explains how private […]

Corporate investigations do not happen in a vacuum. They operate within a complex legal landscape shaped by wide-ranging regulatory obligations, employment laws, data-privacy rules, and privilege considerations. Navigating this framework requires not only legal expertise but also a deep understanding of how those contexts intersect. A misstep in any of these areas can undermine the […]

Internal investigations often begin with a spark—an employee complaint, a whistleblower report, a regulatory inquiry, or an audit irregularity. These triggers can vary widely in severity and scope, but they all share one thing in common: they raise questions about potential misconduct or compliance failures. Recognizing these early warning signs is critical for organizations seeking […]

Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Andrew Goetz continue their discussion on what to do when your company is investigated by a government agency. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Andrew Goetz discuss what to do when your company is investigated by a government agency. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify