Termination for just cause

We help companies and regulatory bodies gather legitimate evidence of employee misconduct.

Kriteria adopts a rigorous, legally compliant investigative method aimed at gathering solid evidence of misconduct, wrongful acts or inconsistencies on the part of employees.

Through targeted investigations and dynamic surveillance activities, we document facts and actions that can justify termination for just cause or other disciplinary measures.

Our investigations are fully legitimate and protect the company’s right to defend itself, as set out in the Workers’ Statute and confirmed by case law regarding defensive checks.

We also collaborate with 231 Supervisory Bodies to ensure compliance with internal procedures and corporate organisational models.

In Which Areas Do We Operate?

Breach of duty of loyalty

Conduct that compromises the trust relationship between an employee and their company.

Occupational fraud

Misuse of company time, resources or assets for personal gain.

Illness or injury simulation

Activities incompatible with the declared condition or an unjustified prolongation of recovery.

Willful absenteeism

Unjustified absences or misuse of leave (e.g. Law 104/92).

Unfair competition and breach of non-compete agreements

Parallel work activities or disclosure of confidential information.

Theft or embezzlement

Misappropriation of money, assets, or company-owned materials.

Time card fraud and scams against the company

Manipulation of attendance records or working hours.

Cybercrime and unlawful data processing

Unauthorised access, digital sabotage or disclosure of sensitive data.

Defamation or damage to corporate image

Conduct or statements that harm the company’s reputation.

The truth is our strongest evidence in every investigation.