Labor & Employment Partner Jon Ksiazek was quoted in the Law360 article, “Delta 1st Circ. Win Shows Company Probes Hard To Challenge.” This article discusses how Delta Air Lines recently won a lawsuit over its investigation into a flight attendant's rape allegations, despite criticism from some experts who argue the investigation was flawed. It notes that the First Circuit Court upheld the company's efforts as reasonable, although a dissenting judge noted inconsistencies and questioned the handling of crucial evidence. This article also highlights that this case underscores the difficulty employees face when challenging workplace investigations in court, as the standard for an adequate investigation is low.
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