Workplace Investigations & HR Mistakes That Lead to Lawsuits | With Attorney Jacqueline Wagner

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In this episode of The SCV Law & Life Podcast, personal injury attorney Mason Rashtian sits down with employment and HR attorney Jacqueline Wagner, president of Wagner HR, to discuss the legal risks employers often overlook — and how small decisions can lead to massive lawsuits.

With over 26 years of experience advising employers, Jacqueline explains why retaliation claims are one of the biggest dangers businesses face after an employee complaint. She breaks down the legal duty to investigate discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, and why using an inexperienced internal investigator can destroy your legal defense.

The discussion covers a real case where a company faced a multi-million-dollar verdict due to a flawed internal investigation — and how employers can avoid the same mistake.

If you own a business, manage employees, or work in HR, this episode explains how proper investigations, training, and policies protect you before problems escalate into litigation.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
The biggest mistake employers make after a complaint
Why retaliation claims are so dangerous
When you must start a workplace investigation
Internal vs. external investigators — what courts actually care about
How investigations create an affirmative legal defense
The role of employee handbooks and training in preventing lawsuits
Why “my employees love me” is not legal protection

Whether you run a small business or a large company, this episode provides practical legal guidance to help you avoid costly employment lawsuits.

📞 Contact Jacqueline Wagner:
🌐 www.wagnerhr.com
📧Email: [email protected]

You can reach us at The Mason Law Firm
www.mrscvlaw.com
(661) 476-5678

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