WEBINAR

Many employers have received PPP loans, but they don’t understand the parameters regarding the use of the funds and the forgiveness requirements. Jennifer will review the employment issues related to PPP loans, including how to maintain required FTEs, and what to do if someone resigns or is terminated during the applicable PPP period.

Register here and bring your questions!  (Feel free to forward this invitation to your colleagues and encourage them to participate!)

WEBINAR

We first told you about the new Families First law back in April.  What has happened since then?  Jennifer will summarize recent developments and ensure you are up-to-date! 

Register here and bring your questions!  (Feel free to forward this invitation to your colleagues and encourage them to participate!)

WEBINAR

As the economy is opening up, more businesses are looking to hire.  The old recruiting strategies won’t necessarily work these days.  Jennifer will provide some tips for finding great employees during this challenging time. 

Register here and bring your questions!  (Feel free to forward this invitation to your colleagues and encourage them to participate!)

WEBINAR

With all of the distractions associated with COVID-19, how can you fairly evaluate your employees’ work performance?  Your current practices may need a bit of a tweak.   Jennifer will offer her insights on this timely and critical issue. 

Register here and bring your questions!  (Feel free to forward this invitation to your colleagues and encourage them to participate!)

WEBINAR

If you already have a basic understanding of how to conduct effective internal investigations but you want more practice, this all-day workshop is for you.  We provide “hands-on” experience conducting an actual investigation and constructive feedback about your approach and strategies.  Prior participation in our “Conducting Effective Internal Investigations: The Basics” is recommended, but not required.  Attendees in this session will work in small groups to:

• Master the development of investigative workplans, including those for complex and extra-sensitive investigations
• Hone interview skills and techniques
• Learn how to reach appropriate and “defensible” factual conclusions
• Learn how to draft investigative reports and avoid the traps inherent in this process
• Receive constructive feedback from other attendees and the instructor

This is a unique opportunity for attendees to use hone investigative skills in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment.

There is a new mock investigation every year.

Due to California’s COVID-19 restrictions and our general concerns for your safety and health, we will offer this workshop as a webinar.  Don’t worry!  You won’t have time to be bored.  The workshop will be just as engaging, entertaining, and dynamic as possible. We promise.

Register now! Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Some employers want to offer separate EEO compliance sessions for non-supervisors.  We make that easy!

In this innovative EEO compliance session, we cover all of the requirements for staff under SB 1343, and related laws.  We address all of the key topics, including:

• The definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying,” and management’s responsibility for preventing it
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond, and requiring employees to respect the process
• How to encourage “Upstanders” (instead of just bystanders) in your organization

Employees love this interactive and engaging program, which we update every year to cover the most important legal developments!  Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

In this interactive session for all employees, we cover the required topics under AB 1825, SB 1343, and related laws, including:

• The legal definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying” and management’s responsibility for preventing
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond and requiring employees to respect the process
• Additional expectations for “supervisors 

This session is perfect for employers who want everyone in the workplace to hear the same message. 

We update this program every year to cover the most important legal developments.  Register now, and bring all of your questions. Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

More frequently than ever, employers must conduct internal investigations of workplace issues.  In this interactive, three-hour webinar, attendees will learn about:

• The legal requirements applicable to internal investigations in the public and private sectors
• Developing an effective workplan and investigation strategy
• The do’s and don’ts of conducting witness interviews
• Compiling and analyzing the evidence
• How to draft an investigative report that will stand up in court
• Working with internal resources to take action after the investigation
• Preventing retaliation and future misconduct

Attendees will receive our trademarked “Investigator’s Manual” with checklists, sample interview outlines, and a sample investigative report.  This is a fun, unique opportunity to hone your investigative skills in a safe and supportive environment. 

This program is updated annually. 

Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

We hire employees to come to work, but what happens when they need protected time off or a reasonable accommodation?  In our annual two-part workshop, we provide detailed information about all of the relevant laws and regulations (including legal updates for 2020) and practical guidance on the challenging issues that arise in these areas.  Attendees will have the opportunity to work through new hypotheticals to test their knowledge, all of which are based on real life scenarios and require thoughtful analysis and strategy.

Because we have litigated cases in this complex area, and we counsel our clients every day on these issues, we are uniquely qualified to help you hone your skills.  Public and private sector Human Resources/EEO professionals of all levels will appreciate our practical and organized approach.  We answer the tough questions, and give you the tools you need to succeed. 

Due to California’s COVID-19 restrictions and our general concerns for your safety and health, we will offer this workshop as a two-day webinar.  Don’t worry!  You won’t have time to be bored.  The workshop will be just as engaging, entertaining, and dynamic as possible.  We promise. 

 Do not miss this workshop – we only offer it once a year!  Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

We hire employees to come to work, but what happens when they need protected time off or a reasonable accommodation?  In our annual two-part workshop, we provide detailed information about all of the relevant laws and regulations (including legal updates for 2020) and practical guidance on the challenging issues that arise in these areas.  Attendees will have the opportunity to work through new hypotheticals to test their knowledge, all of which are based on real life scenarios and require thoughtful analysis and strategy.

Because we have litigated cases in this complex area, and we counsel our clients every day on these issues, we are uniquely qualified to help you hone your skills.  Public and private sector Human Resources/EEO professionals of all levels will appreciate our practical and organized approach.  We answer the tough questions, and give you the tools you need to succeed. 

Due to California’s COVID-19 restrictions and our general concerns for your safety and health, we will offer this workshop as a two-day webinar.  Don’t worry!  You won’t have time to be bored.  The workshop will be just as engaging, entertaining, and dynamic as possible.  We promise. 

 Do not miss this workshop – we only offer it once a year!  Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Are you responsible for teaching EEO compliance sessions, and need some help preparing the materials?  Do you want guidance about how to present the required information in an entertaining and engaging manner, while still meeting all of the legal requirements? 

If so, you have come to the right place!  Join us for this all-day “how to” workshop that covers the requirements for training both supervisory and non-supervisory employees.  We discuss the mandatory training components, provide talking points for each topic area, and offer a number of interactive tools, such as true/false questions and scenarios.  We will also provide constructive feedback on your training approach and style.  The session price includes attendance at the training session, a state-of-the-art Facilitator Guide, and a trademarked PowerPoint program you can use as a foundation for creating your own materials. 

Due to California’s COVID-19 restrictions and our general concerns for your safety and health, we will offer this workshop as a webinar. Don’t worry! You won’t have time to be bored. The workshop will be just as engaging, entertaining, and dynamic as possible. We promise.

Register now! Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

In this interactive webinar for all employees, we cover the required topics under AB 1825, SB 1343, and related laws, including:

• The legal definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying” and management’s responsibility for preventing
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond and requiring employees to respect the process
• Additional expectations for “supervisors

This webinar is perfect for employers who want everyone in the workplace to hear the same message.

We update this program every year to cover the most important legal developments.  Register now, and bring all of your questions. Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Some employers want to offer separate EEO compliance sessions for non-supervisors.  We make that easy!

In this innovative EEO compliance session, we cover all of the requirements for staff under SB 1343, and related laws.  We address all of the key topics, including:

• The definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying,” and management’s responsibility for preventing it
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond, and requiring employees to respect the process
• How to encourage “Upstanders” (instead of just bystanders) in your organization

Employees love this interactive and engaging program, which we update every year to cover the most important legal developments!  Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Every year, we do the research, monitor the court decisions, analyze the new laws, and provide employers with practical advice for compliance.  As always, our update will address developments in these key areas:

• Wage-hour compliance
• EEO compliance, and harassment, discrimination and retaliation prevention
• Reasonable accommodations and the interactive process
• Managing leaves of absence
• Employer policies and procedures
• Other key workplace law issues

We will provide more details as we learn about the new laws for 2021 and as developments arise. 

Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

In this interactive session for all employees, we cover the required topics under AB 1825, SB 1343, and related laws, including:

• The legal definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying” and management’s responsibility for preventing
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond and requiring employees to respect the process
• Additional expectations for “supervisors 

This session is perfect for employers who want everyone in the workplace to hear the same message. 

We update this program every year to cover the most important legal developments.  Register now, and bring all of your questions. Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Some employers want to offer separate EEO compliance sessions for non-supervisors.  We make that easy!

In this innovative EEO compliance session, we cover all of the requirements for staff under SB 1343, and related laws.  We address all of the key topics, including:

• The definitions of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation
• The definition of “bullying,” and management’s responsibility for preventing it
• The differences between EEO laws and EEO policies
• How “out-of-work” conduct (including social media activities) may result in EEO liability
• The internal complaint process, including the duty to report, investigate and respond, and requiring employees to respect the process
• How to encourage “Upstanders” (instead of just bystanders) in your organization

Employees love this interactive and engaging program, which we update every year to cover the most important legal developments!  Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

Every year, we do the research, monitor the court decisions, analyze the new laws, and provide employers with practical advice for compliance.  As always, our update will address developments in these key areas:

• Wage-hour compliance
• EEO compliance, and harassment, discrimination and retaliation prevention
• Reasonable accommodations and the interactive process
• Managing leaves of absence
• Employer policies and procedures
• Other key workplace law issues

We will provide more details as we learn about the new laws for 2021 and as developments arise. 

Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.

WEBINAR

Employee handbooks often are on the front line of employment litigation.  With all the new laws for 2021 and recent court decisions, California employers must make appropriate updates to their employee handbooks.  Join us for this one-hour webinar to learn about the changes that you need to make for 2021, and the best practices for drafting employee handbooks.  All attendees will receive a checklist of topics every handbook should cover. 

As always, this session will be interactive and allow plenty of time for questions! 

Register now!  Certificates provided upon completion.