Maintaining HR compliance:
Ensuring California organizations adhere to California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other applicable labor laws and regulations.
Reducing Legal Risks
Preventing potential lawsuits, financial penalties, and reputational damage.
Building a Positive Work Environment:
Creating a safe and positive workplace culture where employees feel heard.
Legal Alert!
Did you know that only licensed investigators, attorneys, and the organization’s employees are legally authorized to conduct an HR investigation in California? Failing to comply puts the employer and the unlicensed investigator at risk of fines up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment of up to a year.
As CEO of California Labor Solutions, Shawn partners with clients to provide trusted, diplomatic guidance on their most crucial business decisions, offering a steady hand in navigating complex HR challenges.
Licensed Investigators with Extensive Knowledge of California Labor Laws
Ensuring California organizations adhere to California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other applicable labor laws and regulations.
Prompt and Impartial
Investigations must be prompt, thorough, and impartial. Additionally, they must be conducted by a licensed and experienced investigator who remains unbiased and avoids any perception of bias or conflict of interest.
Bilingual Translation Services
Are there witnesses who are not fluent in English? California Labor Solutions provides professional Spanish-English translation services for witness interviews.
1. Initial Case Review:
Review and study the employee complaint, any additional information/documentation provided by the employer, and the Employee Policy Handbook of the California organization.
2. Conducting Witness Interviews:
Conduct witness interviews with complainants, respondents, and additional relevant witnesses. Additionally, analyze relevant evidence provided by the witnesses and the employer.
3. Findings & Reporting:
Analyze relevant testimonies and evidence gathered and assess credibility to reach factual findings.
“I have used California Labor Solutions for a number of years and each time I had questions, Shawn has been most helpful. He is always prompt in responding and very knowledgeable. Very friendly and professional.”
Edna Ermisch.
Owner – Capo Projects Group
“Mr. Shawn Larry conducted a very thorough investigation of alleged workplace harassment, retaliation, and bullying. Mr. Larry’s provided a detailed report of his investigation, clearly explaining the reasons for all findings. He communicated throughout the process and kept me abreast of each phase of his investigation. His expertise and professionalism have been very appreciated.”
Marilyn Balmer.
HR Analyst – City of Compton
“I’ve been working with California Labor Solutions for almost 3 years. Shawn is an exceptional professional and brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and perspective. He has assisted us with various labor relations issues, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary actions, and other HR matters. Our partnership has evolved over the recent months and Shawn’s organization has continued to provide assistance to our Agency.
California Labor Solutions is integral to our HR operations and they deliver exceptional service.”
Jason Mendieta.
HR Director (People & Culture) – Catholic Charities SF
“Shawn Larry and California Labor Solutions have been invaluable to our firm in a couple of workplace investigations. Has the complete background and experience to investigate fully and give us the recommendations we need to take appropriate action.”
Karen Elwood.
HR Manager – The Melt Restaurant
“Shawn is a true expert in our profession. He is personable, accommodating, empathetic, and a top notch professional. Shawn handled an employee complaint for us that spanned months to finally finish. After many delays due to scheduling and Covid related reasons the final investigation report was detailed, easy to interpret and impressive. Our company will contract with Shawn again for our California Employee handbook, as the Director of Human Resources & Payroll I wouldn’t let anyone else but Shawn assist us in navigating the complex, detailed labor laws in California. He is highly recommended for anyone seeking services he offers.”
Chris Evans.
HR Director – Halo Cannibus
“Mr. Larry and his team really helped me out with some unexpected issues. Helped solve some employee issues and set us up to limit future problems. This was my first experience with an HR consultant and I learned a tremendous amount about CA. Looking forward to having Mr. Larry’s team cover us going forward.”
Tedy Norohian.
President – Medical Cost Review.Inc
“With California being one of the most challenging states for employers, I am thankful to have CLS on my team, with friendly and knowledgeable staff that keeps up with California’s latest rules and regulations. I recommend them to any business owners doing business in California.”
Fred Khaz.
President – Trax Transport
“We are an ambulatory health care practice. CLS helped us evaluate and identify improvement opportunities regarding an administrative procedure. The work was performed promptly and professionally. Their report was thorough and their president personally spent the necessary time to present their findings and recommendations. I find them to be knowledgeable and , at the same time, practical”
Lannie Tonnu.
CFO – Orthopedics Institute for Children
“California Labor Solutions team provided us with HR Consulting services for over 2 years and I have has nothing but compliments about them. They helped us to build a custom Employee Handbook, job descriptions, training manuals, an much more. The team has always been there when we needed them to discuss HR issues that came up on day to day basis. I would definitely recommend them for any small business who can’t afford a full time HR team and wants to outsource HR function.”
Rashad Aliyev.
CEO – Kapi Residences Inc
“California Labor Solutions is one of the best vendors I have ever used for my company. I have watched this company grow in just a couple of short years, and I can honestly say that I appreciate this company’s attention to detail and the services provided by Shawn Larry. Shawn isn’t just a great business owner; he is a great human being…He will treat you as such throughout your experience with California Labor Solutions. I highly recommend California Labor Solutions for your HR needs. ”
Eric Crespo.
President – Wise Choice Transcorp
“Shawn Larry and his team are professional, and knowledgeable when it comes to HR related issues, from the most complex to the minor inquiries.”
Donna Savely.
Office Manager – Savely Healthcare Architects
“I recently needed to hire an outside workplace investigator. In my search for an investigator, I contacted 3 firms. Shawn from CA Labor Solutions was available to talk to me the same day I called. Shawn took his time and explained the process to me. Within a day or two we engaged CA Labor Solutions. Shawn and his team began the investigation process the following week. I was concerned about the process as our business is a few hours from Laguna Niguel. The interviews were conducted via video conferencing. All went smoothly. The team at Ca Labor Solutions was polite and professional during the investigation process. I found they were thorough, impartial, and professional. They were very easy to work with.”
Suzanne Vogrin.
Co-owner – Great Clips
“I appreciate the efforts of CLS in addressing a former employee’s claim. Their professionalism throughout the entire investigation process was outstanding. They approached the matter with great attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the claim was carefully reviewed. Their commitment to objectivity and fairness was evident in how they handled sensitive information, maintaining a neutral and impartial stance. The firm’s expertise and clear communication made the process smooth and efficient, providing sound and unbiased recommendations. I would highly recommend their services to any organization needing expert HR support.”
Karla Zaldana.
HR Coordinator – GJELINA
“I recently had the pleasure of working with California Labor Solutions, and I must say, my experience was outstanding! From the moment I reached out, their response was incredibly quick and efficient. The team was not only prompt but very insightful, providing me with the information that I needed to make an informed decision. The customer service was phenomenal – everyone that I interacted with was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely eager to help. I highly recommend California Labor Solutions to anyone in need of their services!!!!!”
Karen Metzger.
Co-owner – Bill Metzger Plumbing
1. EEOC & FEHA:
Require a prompt administrative investigation for allegations relating to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
2. Whistleblower Protections:
Employees who report workplace violations are legally protected from retaliation.
3. Workplace Safety Regulations (Cal/OSHA):
Employers must comply with workplace safety standards to protect employees and avoid fines.
An impartial investigation helps determine the facts when an allegation may violate company policies, standards, ethics, or the law. The goal is to ensure a fair process for both the complainant and respondent, resulting in reasoned findings based on the gathered evidence.
Workplace investigations should be conducted by professionals with the proper expertise, credentials, and impartiality to ensure accuracy and legal compliance. At California Labor Solutions, our licensed investigators have extensive experience handling cases involving employee complaints, misconduct, harassment, and discrimination. We work closely with HR teams to provide comprehensive, unbiased investigation reports that are reliable and actionable. By entrusting your workplace investigations to us, you ensure that every aspect is handled with care and in full compliance with California’s complex labor laws.
An investigation is required when indicated by law, policy, or practice. Consider the following to determine if an investigation is necessary:
To ensure the integrity of an internal investigation, ask the following questions to assess the suitability of the person chosen to lead the process:
If allegations involve serious misconduct such as violence, sexual harassment, or embezzlement, consider interim actions to protect your workplace. These may include:
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