Representation During Interviews Clause Samples
The 'Representation During Interviews' clause establishes the right of a party to have legal or other designated representation present during interviews conducted as part of an investigation or proceeding. In practice, this means that if an employee or other individual is called for questioning, they may be accompanied by a lawyer or representative to advise and support them throughout the process. This clause ensures that individuals are not left unprotected during potentially sensitive or adversarial interviews, safeguarding their rights and promoting fairness in the investigative process.
Representation During Interviews. When a UNION representative, in both criminal and non-criminal cases, accompanies the person being interviewed the role of the representative includes:
1. Clarifying the questions
2. Clarifying the answers
3. Assisting the employee in providing favorable or extenuating facts
4. Suggesting other employees who have knowledge of relevant facts
5. Advising the employee However, the representative may not disrupt the interview or answer for the employee.