Michelle:

Here is the first response I received from one of our senior partners in SF:

I think the best thing such a client can do is to use a reputable security
outfit (such as Kroll Associates) to give the co. a very thorough
assessment. I think, quite frankly, that relying on the advice of such an
outfit would provide more legal protection than talking to all of the
lawyers in the world, although our advice could be an additional benefit.

As you know, we have an extensive task force report on workplace violence
that would be relevant to this inquiry and could provide the basis for an
analysis of this issue, although other areas would have to be explored.

I am soliciting comments about the HR consultant you referenced.

Kerry E Notestine
Littler Mendelson, PC
1900 Chevron Tower
1301 McKinney Street
Houston, Texas 77010
713.652.4748
713.951.9212 (fax)
knotestine@littler.com
www.littler.com


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