2018 Compliance/Best Practices Seminar
Registration and Continental Breakfast at 7:30 a.m.
Seminar begins at 8:00 a.m.
SEMINAR TOPICS
Legal Updates – Labor, Employment and Worker’s Compensation
Our panel of attorneys will provide the latest statutory changes and case law updates related to the labor, employment and worker’s compensation fields.
In Search of the Truth for Workplace Investigations: What are the Legal Pitfalls?
In light of the #MeToo movement and the ever-increasing importance of ensuring thorough, well-grounded investigations into claims of workplace harassment, Attorneys Petersen and Wistrom will provide practical advice on structuring an investigation to help you avoid litigation whenever possible while also placing you in a position to successfully defend against litigation if it occurs. The discussion will include topics such as approaching and interviewing witnesses, providing proper documentation, choosing the right neutral investigator, along with best practices in concluding the investigation and communicating the results.
The Role of Human Resources in Protecting Company Information Before, During and After the Employment Relationship
Not a week passes these days without some disclosure about a data breach or unauthorized release of confidential or propriety business information. Human resource practitioners can and should play a critical role in preventing these breaches and protecting sensitive corporate data. Attorneys Piefer and Finerty will take attendees through the employment relationship with an eye toward protecting sensitive corporate data from the start of the employment relationship while ensuring employment law compliance and, at the end of the relationship, preventing episodic breaches and recovering that which may have been lost through litigation.
Best and Worst Practices: Common Corporate, HR and Employment Policies that Hinder Employers’ Work Comp Claims and Create FMLA and Disability Law Nightmares
Whether you are a claims adjuster, HR manager or safety manager, your job entails dealing with injured workers. In this entertaining presentation you will learn about the best and worst policies used by employers in managing their work comp claims and associated FMLA and disability issues. You will come away with a good understanding of how to implement programs that reduce claim costs, successfully return employees to work and avoid expensive litigation of FMLA and disability claims.
Stump the Chumps
Our panel of experts will address all of your burning employment questions. Come prepared with any issues you may be facing and receive guidance from our experts on topics including FMLA, ADA/disability/reasonable accommodation issues, unemployment compensation and wage garnishment. You can submit questions ahead of time via the registration link or via email at info@lindner-marsack.com. Let’s see if you can stump the chumps!