PRACTICE AREAS
IMC has extensive independent investigation experience. IMC attorneys have been engaged to conduct local, national and international independent investigations of the full range of employment and workplace-related claims, as well as claims of gender discrimination and sexual assault under Title IX.
IMC ’s independent investigation services have been retained and recommended by premier law firms, executive-level employees and Human Resources professionals.
IMC attorneys have conducted independent investigations for, among others, the following categories of entities:
- Fortune 500 companies
- High-tech start-up companies
- Video game companies
- National and regional restaurant chains
- National cosmetic companies
- International car manufacturers
- Religious organizations
- Hospitals and medical groups
- National and local law firms
- Casinos
- Motion picture and entertainment companies
- Federal district courts
- Private and public universities
- Public school districts
- Private schools
- Community college districts
- County offices of education
- City governments
- National non-profit organizations
SERVICES FOR EXECUTIVES
IMC provides tactical advice to executives in connection with employment and separation, including strategic negotiation advice and review of hiring and separation documents. IMC also counsels executives on their rights and obligations regarding proprietary information, non-compete and non-solicitation, as well as the general workplace environment.
SERVICES FOR COMPANIES
IMC provides quality, practical and responsive day-to-day counseling services on the full range of employment matters.
IMC offers companies a variety of flat fee packages aimed at efficiently ensuring that companies are compliant with the employment policies and documents required and recommended for California employers.
IMC provides training for management and non-supervisory employees on any and all employment issues, including required sexual harassment training under AB 1825 and training on harassment, discrimination and retaliation prevention, interviewing practices, bullying and health and safety.
IMC provides employment counseling services to companies on essentially all workplace matters, including:
- Hiring and recruiting practices, policies and documentation
- Proper classification of exempt/nonexempt employees and independent contractor arrangements
- Creation and implementation of employment polcieis
- Proprietary information policies and documentation
- Performance issues and discipline
- Leave requests and extensions
- Workplace disputes
- Management and executive training
- Terminations and reductions in force
- Investigation, advice and resolution of claims
- Representation before state and federal agencies
MEDIATION SERVICES
IMC prides itself on its practical and effective approach to resolving pre-litigation and litigation disputes. Lynne Davis attended the Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University, and she conducts private mediations and acts as a federal court panel mediator for the Central District of California. She employs a responsive, adaptable and innovative approach to mediation that has resulted in a stellar settlement record.