Corporate Investigations · Empire Investigation · Pittsburgh, PA
Harassment & Discrimination Investigations
When a harassment or discrimination complaint is made, the employer faces a critical fork: an internal investigation that may be perceived as compromised by organizational relationships, or an independent external investigation that meets the standard of objectivity a potential plaintiff, regulator, or jury expects. Empire Investigation LLC provides independent harassment and discrimination investigations for Pittsburgh employers — conducted with the neutrality, legal awareness, and documentation quality that high-stakes complaints require.
Our investigators are trained in employment law contexts, understand Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission requirements and federal EEOC standards, and produce investigation reports that are specifically designed to withstand legal scrutiny. We interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses; gather and document relevant evidence; and produce neutral, factual findings that let your legal counsel and HR team make informed decisions.
What This Investigation Covers
- Sexual harassment complaints and incidents
- Discriminatory treatment based on protected characteristics
- Hostile work environment documentation
- Retaliation claims following complaints
- Pattern analysis across multiple incidents or complainants
When This Service Is Needed
- A formal complaint has been filed by an employee or group
- HR leadership requires an independent, impartial investigation
- Legal counsel has recommended a fact-finding investigation prior to action
- An internal investigation has stalled or been challenged for bias
Our Approach
We conduct structured, confidential investigations using proven methodologies and professional-grade tools. Every case is scoped carefully, executed with discretion, and focused on delivering actionable, documented results. We coordinate directly with legal counsel and executive leadership when required.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Should an employer hire an outside PI to investigate a harassment complaint?
When internal investigators have relationships with any party in the complaint, or when the complaint involves senior leadership, an independent external investigation is strongly advisable. It demonstrates good faith, reduces claims of bias, and produces findings that are more legally defensible. Empire Investigation provides independent harassment and misconduct investigations specifically designed for legal defensibility.
Is a private investigation of a harassment complaint confidential?
Confidentiality in harassment investigations must be balanced against the legal requirement to investigate complaints and, in some cases, disclose findings. Empire Investigation advises clients through their employment attorney on appropriate confidentiality parameters for each specific investigation.
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All inquiries are handled with complete discretion. We work directly with executives, legal counsel, and HR leadership to scope engagements appropriately.
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