Investigations

How should churches and ministries respond to child sexual abuse in ways that are both biblically faithful and legally responsible?

How should religious organizations handle misconduct investigations while respecting both their mission and legal obligations?

What steps should ministries and nonprofits take to prevent, respond to, and defend against child sexual abuse claims?

Taking a trauma-informed approach to investigations helps protect all participants—especially those harmed—while improving the quality and fairness of the investigative process.

Strong document retention policies are essential for workplace investigations and misconduct allegations. Get tips to protect your organization and those it serves.

Learn why fair and well-conducted investigations that respect due proces are crucial for maintaining trust, for preserving core values, and for holding abusers accountable.

Do you really need that workplace investigation? In many cases, the answer is absolutely “yes”…it may even be legally required. Read on to find examples of when “Yes, you should have an investigation!”

Carefully following best investigative practices can help avoid harming people and avoid costly litigation.

Preventing and responding to sexual abuse is a major issue for churches and ministries. This article discusses the various ways in which attorneys can help organizations prevent and respond to abuse and discusses what ministries should expect from their attorneys.