2026 EEOC & Employers:Investigating Claims of Harassment & DiscriMinutesation

Overview

As workplace expectations and enforcement priorities continue to evolve, employers must be prepared to respond promptly and effectively to harassment and discrimination claims. This webinar provides a practical overview of EEOC trends in 2026 and equips employers with best practices for conducting fair, thorough, and defensible workplace investigations.

Description

In 2026, the EEOC continues to place strong emphasis on employer accountability in addressing workplace harassment and discrimination. Improperly handled investigations can expose organizations to significant legal, financial, and reputational risk.

This webinar will guide employers through the investigation process—from receiving a complaint to documenting findings and implementing corrective action. Attendees will gain insight into EEOC enforcement priorities, common investigative missteps, and practical strategies for ensuring investigations meet legal and procedural standards.

Why Should You Attend?

• Understand 2026 EEOC enforcement priorities and emerging workplace trends
• Learn how to conduct effective, unbiased, and compliant investigations
• Avoid common mistakes that can undermine investigation outcomes
• Strengthen documentation and decision-making to withstand EEOC scrutiny
• Reduce legal risk while fostering a respectful, compliant workplace

Who Will Benefit?

• HR Professionals and Employee Relations Teams
• In-House Counsel and Legal Advisors
• Compliance and Risk Management Professionals
• Managers and Supervisors handling complaints
• Business Owners and Senior Leadership

Areas Covered in the Session

• Overview of EEOC authority and 2026 enforcement priorities
• Recognizing harassment and discrimination under federal law
• Receiving and responding to employee complaints
• Planning and conducting impartial workplace investigations
• Interviewing complainants, witnesses, and respondents
• Documentation, confidentiality, and evidence management
• Reaching findings and determining appropriate corrective action
• Preventing retaliation and ensuring follow-through
• Best practices for policy updates and investigator training.