An external sales employee who reported sick after being confronted with inconsistencies in his reports was observed by Privatdetektei Ryffel AG. The investigation revealed that the employee was actually working for another company, leading to his immediate dismissal.
Initial Situation:
An external sales employee of a company called in sick with a doctor’s note immediately after a discussion about irregularities in his work reports. The medical certificate, issued by a distant and dubious-looking general practitioner, legitimized a one-month sick leave without any specific justification.
Engaging a Private Investigator:
Under these circumstances, the employer decided to hire Privatdetektei Ryffel AG to conduct surveillance on the employee. The aim of the surveillance was to verify the authenticity of the sick leave.
Investigation Process and Results: On the very first day of observation, the employee was seen driving the company vehicle to various companies in the same industry as his employer’s client segment. In the evening, he was observed collecting product samples from one of these companies. A covert investigation with the suspected new employer confirmed that the employee, who was supposedly sick, was in fact working for a competitor.
Consequences:
The gathered evidence allowed the employer to immediately dismiss the employee for deception and breach of trust.
Conclusions and Appreciation:
Privatdetektei Ryffel AG demonstrated its expertise in discreetly uncovering time fraud and sick leave abuses through this case. The effective investigation methods and rapid collection of evidence enabled the company to take legal action confidently.
This case highlights the importance of thorough investigations when sick leave abuse is suspected and underscores the value of professional detective work in maintaining the integrity of employment relationships.
