Finding a seat at the table can be a difficult task when it comes to ensuring your organization is able to cope with changes in employment law. Often times the important employment law changes aren’t understood by management until it is too late. The 33rd Annual Employment Law Update will address the most recent legal changes and hot topics, like the new DOL exemption salary threshold, to provide attendees with vital information that can help them “find a seat at the table.” Attendees can also earn up to 6 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and 5 PDCs toward the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
SCHEDULE
8:30 - 9:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 - 9:35 Opening Session
Attendees will meet for opening remarks and an overview of the day’s schedule. This session will feature a mock scenario involving that problem employee, Antoine Merriweather. This time, Antoine is trying to dictate how his employer is going to comply with the new salary threshold requirement for overtime exemptions.
Attendees may select two morning sessions and two afternoon sessions (materials on all workshops will be provided to each attendee).
MORNING SESSIONS
9:45 - 10:45 and 11:00 - 12:00 Attendees may select two of the workshops listed below:
Employment Law 101 - “The Core Ingredients”
This workshop will provide essential baseline information on the most frequently-encountered employment laws. Attendees will learn legal and practical ways for employers to avoid potential liability, and are encouraged to bring their most challenging questions.
Robert J. Barry
Sharon Kerk Reyes
Wage-Hour Exemptions - “Setting the Timer”
This session will address the DOL’s new overtime and salary exemption rule effective December 1, 2016. Presenters will provide practical wage-hour compliance guidance to help employers avoid the substantial liability that could result from a DOL audit on wage-hour practices.
Patricia A. Slate, Former Enforcement Coordinator, DOL Wage-Hour Division
Burt H. Whitt
New Protected Class, LGBT - “Blending the Ingredients”
In the eyes of the EEOC and some aspects of the law in general, a new protected class has perhaps already found a place among those classes protected by anti-discrimination laws. This session will address the current status of LGBT as a protected class under applicable law.
Norberto Rosa-Ramos, Norfolk Director, EEOC
John M. Bredehoft
Effective Workplace Harassment Investigations - “Don’t Kiss the Cook”
This session will provide helpful guidelines on how to perform effective workplace harassment investigations. Presenters will provide tips on detecting, addressing, and preventing concerns before they mature into litigation.
Michael T. Johnson, Senior Investigator, EEOC
Laura Geringer Gross
12:00 - 1:30 Lunch - “Chef’s Special”
Attendees will hear former DOL Enforcement Coordinator Patricia Slate’s thoughts on the new exemption salary Rule and the impact it will have on employers. In addition, Antoine Merriweather returns in another humorous skit. See how he decides to consider outside options to resolve his wage-hour dispute.
AFTERNOON SESSIONS
1:40 - 2:40 and 2:55 - 3:55 Attendees may select two of the workshops listed below:
Obamacare and Other Benefits Under the New Administration - “Prepped and Marinated”
This session will review a number of timely benefit issues, including how the Employer Mandate and the benefits of “Obamacare” will fare under the new administration.
John M. Peterson
Robert Q. Johnson
Hiring the Right People - “Additional Ingredients”
This session will address practical do’s and don’ts when it comes to the hiring process. Attendees will also learn how to avoid potential discrimination claims as well as important documentation and communication strategies that can be used during the hiring process.
Laura Geringer Gross
Randy C. Sparks, Jr.
Discipline & Discharge - “Careful with the Cutting Board”
Discipline and discharge decisions are workplace events that often end up in claims. This session features all aspects of progressive and other discipline as well as the termination process. Attendees’ specific questions are encouraged.
Norberto Rosa-Ramos, Norfolk Director, EEOC
Robert J. Barry
Handling Discrimination Charges Under the New EEOC Digital System - “Modern Infusion”
The EEOC’s New Digital Charge System was rolled out in the beginning of the year. This session will provide an overview of that new system and practical guidelines on handling discrimination charges in it.
Michael T. Johnson, Senior Investigator, EEOC
John M. Bredehoft
4:00 - 4:30 Closing Session - “Bon Appétit!”
We will provide a recap of the day’s employment law feast to include final comments from Norfolk EEOC Director Norberto Rosa-Ramos and a return of Antoine Merriweather for a final meeting with his HR manager. This session will conclude with a drawing for the lucky winner of the $350 gift card to Williams-Sonoma ®.
*This program has been approved for 6 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and 5 PDCs toward the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
November 17, 2016
Virginia Beach Convention Center
1000 19th St
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Cost for the program is $365 for the first registrant for each company and $345 for each additional registrant. The deadline to register for the seminar is one week prior to the respective seminar date. A refund will be given for cancellations received one week prior to the seminar.
In addition to the traditional binder, we offer all seminar materials on a USB flash drive. Please select the option you prefer when registering and you will receive materials in the requested format at check-in. We will also have materials available for download the day of the event for tablet users.
All attendees will receive their confirmation materials, invoice, and directions via email after registration. To pay by credit card, please call the number or click the link below. Please note we accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover cards only.
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If you have any questions, please contact Andrea King at adking@kaufcan.com or (757) 624.3232.
To pay by credit card, call (757) 624.3232 or download the Credit Card Authorization Form and return to Andrea King via email at adking@kaufcan.com, fax to (888) 360.9092 or mail to Kaufman & Canoles, Attn: Andrea King at P.O. Box 3037, Norfolk, VA 23514. A receipt will be emailed within 2 business days.
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
November 17, 2016
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Virginia Beach Convention Center
1000 19th St
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Cost for the program is $365 for the first registrant for each company and $345 for each additional registrant. The deadline to register for the seminar is one week prior to the respective seminar date. A refund will be given for cancellations received one week prior to the seminar.
http://www.kaufmanandcanoles.com/seminars/33rd_annual_employment_law_update_-_virginia_beach_.htm
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