Agenda

1. FMLA Abuse and Other Leave Issues

   1. Detangling the Interplay of the FMLA and ADA
   2. Which Option Is the Best for FMLA Notices?
   3. Paid Leave
   4. Intermittent Leave
   5. Abuse of FMLA
      1. Prevention Methods
      2. Identification of Abuse or Misuse
      3. Ensure Compliance and Keep Records
   6. FMLA Leave Alternatives
   7. FMLA and Medical Leave Policies - Best Practices

2. Employee Harassment and Discrimination: Hot-Button Issues, Updates, and Investigation Tips

   1. Signs and Forms of Discrimination or Harassment
      1. Race and Title VII
      2. Religion
      3. Sex and Gender Identity
      4. Disabilities
   2. Ineffective Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policies
   3. Unlawful Termination: Adverse Employment Actions vs. Constructive Discharge
   4. Investigating These and Other Complaints of Discrimination or Harassment
      1. The Importance of Promptness in an Investigation
      2. How to Gather Evidence: What to Look for and Other Considerations
      3. Interviews With the Involved Parties and Potential Witnesses
      4. Discrimination or Harassment Complaints: Best Practices
      5. Preventing Future Liability
   5. Other Hot Issues: Pregnancy, Age, Genetic Information, etc.

3. Immigration-Based Issues in the Workplace

   1. Overview of Important Immigration Laws You Need to Know
      1. Essential Immigration Terminology
      2. I-9 Verification and Immigration Laws That Affect Employers
      3. Recent Updates to Immigration Laws and What They Mean for Employers
   2. Work Visa Basics: How to Apply and Other Considerations
   3. Workplace Application: Liabilities, Restrictions, and Other Responsibilities

4. Workplace Parties Gone Wrong: Employer Liability and Off-Duty Activities

   1. Alcohol Consumption: Drunk-Driving Accidents and Other Concerns
   2. Sexual Harassment Cases
   3. Religious Discrimination Issues
   4. Attendance Required: Wage and Hour Law Claims
   5. Investigating and Handling Misconduct Claims

5. Marijuana and Other Drugs in the Workplace: Drug Tests, Accommodations, and Discipline

   1. A Brief Overview of Recreational and Medical Marijuana Laws
   2. Do Employers Need to Accommodate Employees Who Use Medical Marijuana?
   3. Disciplining and Terminating Employees Who Use Marijuana: Things to Consider
   4. Drug and Alcohol Testing
   5. Drug Policies: How to Alleviate Employee Confusion

6. Social Media Usage in the Workplace

   1. Violations of the National Labor Relations Act: Social Media and Non-Union Employers
   2. Limits on Social Media Usage
   3. Social Media for Professional Purposes
   4. Social Media for Hiring Purposes
   5. Making and Revising Social Media Guidelines

7. Wage and Hour Law Issues

   1. Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees
   2. Independent Contractor vs. Employee
   3. Questionable Wage and Hour Stipulations
   4. Addressing Wage and Hour Law Issues
   5. Why and How to Reduce "Off-the-Clock" Exposure

8. Case Law

9. Ethical Issues in Employment Law

   1. Key Rules of Professional Conduct
   2. Confidentiality
   3. Privileged Communications
   4. Identifying and Avoiding Conflicts of Interest