Critical Importance of Professional Investigative Standards
In life sciences, investigations aren't just HR matters—they can sometimes lead to patient harm and pose potential existential threats to your organization. Consider what's at risk:
Regulatory sanctions that can shut down or delay clinical trials or manufacturing operations
Criminal referrals to DOJ for healthcare fraud or off-label promotion practices
Whistleblower lawsuits under the False Claims Act
FDA consent decrees costing hundreds of millions
Congressional investigations and public hearings
Stock price volatility and shareholder litigation
Your reputation, your pipeline, and your freedom to operate hang in the balance. This isn't the time for on-the-job training.