Harassment complaints. Policy violations. Employee misconduct. When an issue arises inside your organization, an independent investigator protects both your employees and your business — and gives you findings that hold up if the matter escalates.

Internal investigations handled by HR or management alone can create real exposure of real or perceived conflicts of interest, inconsistent process, and findings that don't hold up if challenged later. Hat Creek Solutions provides independent, third-party workplace investigations for businesses across Redding, Chico, and Northern California, bringing decades of law enforcement investigative experience to every case.

Whether the matter involves harassment, discrimination, policy violations, or employee misconduct, we deliver a fair, thorough process and a clear, defensible report.Giving your organization confidence in the outcome, however it resolves.

What Our Workplace Investigations Cover

• Harassment & Discrimination Complaints — Neutral, third-party investigation of employee complaints

• Policy Violations — Fact-finding into alleged breaches of company policy or code of conduct

• Employee Misconduct — Independent review of allegations against staff at any level, including leadership

• Data & Digital Evidence — Email, messaging, and device review when misconduct involves digital communication or data theft

• Findings & Reporting — Clear, legally defensible reports suitable for HR files, legal counsel, or litigation if needed

Why Businesses Choose an Independent Investigator

• Removes conflict-of-interest concerns that come with investigating internally

• Protects the organization from claims of a biased or inadequate process

• Digital forensics capability in-house — no need to coordinate a separate specialist if the case involves electronic evidence

• Discretion at every step — sensitive matters handled with the confidentiality they require

• Documentation built to litigation standards, in case the matter escalates beyond an internal resolution

Who We Work With

• Business Owners & Executives — Independent investigation of internal complaints or misconduct allegations.

• HR Departments — A neutral third party to handle complaints where internal investigation isn't appropriate or advisable.

• Employment Attorneys — Investigative support for employment matters requiring an independent, defensible record.