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Join us for a series of 8 programs covering a wide range of timely employment law topics! This series is presented by 2023 Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute faculty as an added bonus to that Institute’s attendees – with webcast registration open to anyone interested in this important content! Attendees of the 2023 Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute may choose 3 of the 8 webcasts in this series to attend for free.
Times listed are Central Time.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Workplace Violence: Warning Signs and Prevention
Acts of workplace violence are occurring at an alarming rate. Former employees, family members, angry workers, distraught customers and clients, and strangers have led many people to experience a diminished feeling of safety and security while at work. There is a need for countermeasures to combat the rising tide of workplace violence. Join our speaker as he details the warning signs of violence and what your organization can do to minimize your risks.
– Dennis A. Davis; Ph.D.; Ogletree Deakins
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
ADEA Basics – 10 Things You Must Get Right to Avoid Age Discrimination Claims
This presentation will discuss “Top 10” preventative measures employers should consider when seeking to avoid or minimize risk of age discrimination claims in the workplace. The discussion will include several fact-based hypothetical scenarios to provide attendees with practical and realistic examples and offer best practice takeaways.
– Tracey Holmes Donesky; Stinson LLP
Thursday, July 20, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Employees’ Rights Under Minnesota Law Often Broader Than the Federal Law – Minnesota Courts Go Their Own Way on Employment Cases
In recent years, the Minnesota appellate courts have increasingly departed from the federal jurisprudence on employment law cases. The Minnesota Supreme Court has cautioned state courts against relying on federal court decisions when analyzing employment claims under the Minnesota Human Rights Act. Generally, the Minnesota Supreme Court has urged state lower courts to interpret state employment laws more broadly than federal courts and has cautioned against granting summary judgment in employment law cases. This session presents a round-up of recent noteworthy Minnesota appellate court decisions, highlighting departures from the federal courts’ approach in employment cases.
– Emma Denny; HKM Employment Attorneys LLP
– Sheila Engelmeier; Engelmeier & Umanah PA
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
The “Problem Employee” – Litigation Lessons Learned
What can be learned once the case is done? Were there red flags in the application? Were signs ignored during orientation? Were there early performance problems that weren’t addressed? Four scenarios will be reviewed, providing tips for how you can better deal with your problem employees.
– Monica Delgado; Dorsey & Whitney LLP
– Melissa Raphan; Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Organizing FAQs – What Can Employees, Unions, and Management Do and Say?
Get an in-depth look at the ins and outs of what is permissible conduct and speech during union organizing campaigns. This presentation will identify and discuss what employers, employees, and unions can and cannot do and say, as well as discussing recent NLRB General Counsel initiatives which challenge long-standing (or brand new) organizing/election speech rules.
– Nichole L. Harville; National Labor Relations Board
– Michael J. Moberg; Jackson Lewis P.C.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Transgender Inclusivity 101 – Human-Focused Interactions with Transgender Clients, Witnesses and Attorneys
An insightful presentation by author, attorney, and national speaker/trainer on human inclusivity, Ellie Krug. Join Ellie as she discusses basic concepts involved with what it means to be transgender, examples of effective allyship, and what actions or words to use or to avoid when interacting with transgender clients, opposing parties or attorneys.
– Ellie Krug; Human Inspiration Works LLC
Thursday, July 27, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Driver’s Licenses for All – What Employment Lawyers and HR Professionals Need to Know About State Laws That Permit Undocumented Immigrants to Obtain Driver’s Licenses
The panelists will discuss state Driver’s Licenses for All laws – including the recently passed Minnesota law – and what it means for employees and employers including its implementation and how it will affect the I-9 employment eligibility verification process.
– Loan T. Huynh; Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
– Veena Iyer; Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Tools for Your Toolbox: Advanced Leave and Accommodation Issues for Employers
Looking for more than just the nuts and bolts? This presentation will discuss several real-life scenarios involving advanced leave and accommodation issues under the FMLA and ADA, including intermittent leave, extended leaves, work from home, and others.
– Jade B. Jorgenson; Fredrikson & Byron P.A.
– Bryan J. Morben; Fredrikson & Byron P.A.
$365
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This package provides 8.0 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.
Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.
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Workplace Violence: Warning Signs and Prevention
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
ADEA Basics – 10 Things You Must Get Right to Avoid Age Discrimination Claims
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
Employees’ Rights Under Minnesota Law Often Broader Than the Federal Law – Minnesota Courts Go Their Own Way on Employment Cases
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
The “Problem Employee” – Litigation Lessons Learned
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
Organizing FAQs – What Can Employees, Unions, and Management Do and Say?
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
Transgender Inclusivity 101 – Human-Focused Interactions with Transgender Clients, Witnesses and Attorneys
1.0 elimination of bias credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
Driver’s Licenses for All – What Employment Lawyers and HR Professionals Need to Know About State Laws That Permit Undocumented Immigrants to Obtain Driver’s Licenses
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
Tools for Your Toolbox: Advanced Leave and Accommodation Issues for Employers
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 labor and employment law specialist credit
1.0 HRCI credit
1.0 SHRM credit
