Case Managemnt And Strategy Flashcards
What would be a major ethical violation for an attorney?
An attorney must report any conflict of interest even if they don’t think it will affect the outcome of the case because others could argue differently. And it could void the case.
When a private investigator conducting a workplace related investigation come across a complaint of discrimination the most appropriate course of action for them would be to:
Notify management of the organization involved and/or their client. The investigator has an obligation to report wrongdoing.
What best describes the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process?
It is the mechanism employed by arbitrators to try and settle disputes by any means outside of the courtroom.
What is true in reference to appointing an arbitrator to a labor dispute consistent with the administrative dispute resolution act of 1996?
1) the arbitrator must be a person that is agreeable to both parties.
2) the arbitrator must not have a conflict of interest in the case they are hearing. If they do they must state it to both parties who must agree to proceed despite the conflict of interest
3) the arbitrator should have conflict resolution experience and come from a specialized agency that deals in negotiations.
I’m reference to franchise disputes, what is true?
The court can order mediation for parties involved in franchise disputes under federal rules of civil procedure law. This is due to the high volume of franchise disputes received.
Are the notes of a private investigator admissible in court?
Yes
What is true in relation to pre-employment investigations?
The investigator must have the prospective employees consent.
What is the best definition of pilferage?
Petty theft
What are some components of an effective workplace fraud prevention program?
Employment screening
Signage warning of consequences for stealing company merchandise
Posting signs indicating that the area is under surveillance
Duplicating a drivers license on a computer is an example of which type of computer crime?
Computer forgery
What is true about the rules of privileged communications?
If it is told to a third party then the confidentiality is breached and it is no longer privileged communications.
According to the association of certified fraud examiners, the profile of a person who commits fraud is:
Male adult 31-45 YOA
What is likely to aid in the investigation of cargo theft?
The identification of the pickers packers and shippers at the location of origin
The types and identification number of transport vehicles or vessels used in transportation and the names of all persons on the vehicle or vessels that had access to them and the cargo
The destination of the product and all way points the product traveled through to reach it destination.
What are some best practices to help prevent employee theft?
Screening employment candidates
Providing a security orientation for new employees
having a system of checks and balances and frequent audits and reviews based around comprehensive policies and procedures for employees to follow.
Is asking someone for their wallet while holding a weapon considers robbery
Yes
