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 Human Resource Law from A to Z Seminar

Presented by NBI, Inc.

Human Resource Law from A to Z

Course Description

A Comprehensive Overview of the Issues Affecting HR Departments

Get a handle on the complicated issues that arise in the day-to-day operations of any human resources department! This extensive two-day course covers all of the hot-button issues that every HR professional should know, not only to avoid lawsuits, but to ensure that all employees are happy and productive. Experienced faculty will show you how to handle such issues as employee leaves, problem behaviors in the workplace, and what essential information should be included in employee handbooks. Don't miss out on this crucial human resource information - enroll today!

• Learn the necessary disclaimers that every employee handbook must contain in order to avoid potential legal trouble.
• Recognize the many intricacies of the Fair Labor Standards Act, so that employers can stop problems before they happen.
• Understand how the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act intertwine in issues with employee leave.
• Know what accommodations are considered reasonable when an injured worker returns to the workplace.
• Properly document and manage discrimination complaints to ensure that both employers and employees are properly protected in case of lawsuits.
• Effectively monitor employee communications and internet use in an ethical and legally compliant manner.

Agenda

DAY ONE

1. Legal Issues in Recruiting and Hiring
   9:00 - 10:00, Written by J. Whitney McGreevy. Presented by Taylor Speer in Greenville, Debbie Whittle Durban in Columbia, and J. Whitney McGreevy in Charleston.
   1. Creating Legally Effective Job Descriptions
   2. Writing Job Offers and Rejection Letters That Repel Lawsuits
   3. Legal Aspects of Gaining Information Through Criminal Background Checks and Social Media Accounts
   4. Drafting Employment Contracts
2. FMLA and Other Leave Issues
   10:15 - 11:15, Written by Taylor Speer. Presented by Taylor Speer in Greenville, Debbie Whittle Durban in Columbia, and Stephanie N. Ramia in Charleston.
   1. Applicable Laws: The FMLA, the ADA and Their Interconnection
   2. Laws Governing Military Leave
   3. Creating Effective Leave Policies
   4. Solving Complex Leave Issues
3. Imperative Information That Every Employee Handbook Should Contain
   12:15 - 1:35, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Alexander D. Paterra in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
   1. Necessary Disclaimers and Employee Classifications
   2. Laws and Policies to Include
   3. Parameters of Employment to Address
   4. Drafting Responsible Social Media Policies
4. Wage and Benefits Issues
   1:35 - 3:00, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Alexander D. Paterra in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
   1. Employee Benefits and the Laws That Govern Them
   2. Navigating the Maze of FLSA Requirements
   3. Common Wage and Hour Traps
   4. Part-Timers, Temps, Interns and Employer Obligations
5. Controlling Unemployment Compensation Costs
   3:15 - 4:30, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Alexander D. Paterra in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
   1. General Rules on Who is Entitled to Unemployment Compensation
   2. Key Information to Present Regarding the Initial Claim
   3. When is it Important to Fight an Unemployment Compensation Claim
   4. What you Need to Know About the Hearing Process
   5. Traditional Ways to Manage Unemployment Compensation Costs

DAY TWO

6. Workers' Compensation Basics
   9:00 - 10:15, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Adrianne L. Turner in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
   1. Essential Policies and Protocols to Have in Place
   2. Determining Reasonable Accommodations for Injured Workers
   3. Issues with Workers' Compensation Insurance
7. Discrimination and Harassment
   10:30 - 11:45, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Kristin S. Gray in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
   1. Key Laws to Know
   2. Properly Managing Complaints
   3. Keeping Records of Incidences
   4. Discrimination and Harassment Prevention
8. Workplace Behavioral Issues: Appropriately Handling Thorny Situations
   12:45 - 2:00, Written by Timothy O. Lewis. Presented by Adrianne L. Turner in Greenville, Michael Henthorne in Columbia, and Timothy O. Lewis in Charleston.
   1. Psychological Issues
   2. Drug and Alcohol Use
   3. Off-Duty Behaviors and Activities
   4. Workplace Violence: Harassment, Bullying and More
9. Workplace Privacy and Employee Monitoring
   2:15 - 3:20, Written by Timothy O. Lewis. Presented by Brian McCracken in Greenville, Michael Henthorne in Columbia, and Timothy O. Lewis in Charleston.
   1. Workplace Searches: From Desks to Smartphones
   2. Keeping Tabs on Workplace Communication and Computer Use
   3. Surveillance of Employees and Workplace Investigations
10. Disciplining and Firing Employees
    3:20 - 4:30, Written by Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson. Presented by Jonathan A. Roth in Greenville and Reginald W. Belcher, William Oncken, and Hannah D. Stetson in Columbia and Charleston.
    1. Proactive Discipline Policies and Comprehensive Approaches to Discipline
    2. Determining When Employee Discharge is Appropriate
    3. Using Employee Evaluations to Reduce Liability When Firing Problematic Workers
    4. Discharge Letters, Waivers and Releases

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NBI, Inc. Summary Human Resource Law from A to Z Delivery Method  Seminar Who Should Attend This basic-to-intermediate level seminar provides information on human resources law to HR professionals. Attorneys and paralegals will also find it useful.

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