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| September 15, 2010 | Top 10 Employment Pitfalls - Little Mistakes That Lead to Big Liabilities
Abstract: For employers, dealing with employees has never been more challenging or more risky. The weight of new and changing employment laws and regulations, the uncertainties of how those changes will be implemented, an obvious pro-employee/pro union administration in Washington, the aggressiveness of employees, former employees, and the attorneys and unions that represent them--all of this makes it more essential than ever before for human resources professionals to take a careful look at their company's practices, policies, procedures and overall approaches to dealing with employees.
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| September 16, 2010 | Dodd Frank: The Impact on Board/Shareholder Relations
Abstract: As companies begin to prepare for the 2011 proxy season, they will have a greater need to understand and communicate with their shareholders, due to new ballot issues and disclosure mandated by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Mandatory “Say on Pay” and “Say When on Pay” votes should be analyzed against a backdrop of proxy access, shareholder activism, the dismantling of takeover defenses, the continuing elimination of broker voting, the on-going campaign for majority voting, and the power and influence of proxy advisory firms. |
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| September 20, 2010 | Social Media in Organizations: Opportunities and Chanllenges
Abstract: IPMA-HR Eastern Region Training and Development Conference includes HR training sessions, networking peer discussions, social events, and a products and services expo. Neal Gerber Eisenberg Labor & Employment Practice Group Chair David B. Ritter is a featured speaker and will address the legal and policy issues associated with the effective management of social media. |
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| September 20, 2010 | Advanced Level ADA and FMLA
Abstract: IPMA-HR Eastern Region Training and Development Conference includes HR training sessions, networking peer discussions, social events, and a products and services expo. Neal Gerber Eisenberg Labor & Employment Practice Group Chair David B. Ritter is a featured speaker.
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| October 5, 2010 | Minimizing Risk and Maximizing Protection: Best Practices for Not-For-Profit Organization Liability Protection and Insurance Coverage
Abstract: Trends toward better governance and greater accountability in the for-profit corporate world are raising corresponding expectations among not-for-profits. At the same time, recent financial market volatility, coupled with the recessionary business environment, has increased the potential liability of associations and other not-for-profit organizations and those who serve on their boards or in senior management positions. Directors and officers must understand their legal and fiduciary obligations for their organization’s decisions and actions and how to protect the organization's assets against claims. Learn how to develop risk management strategies that will minimize liability, gain a better understanding of indemnification obligations and best practices, and improve your knowledge of key issues in analyzing not-for-profit organization insurance coverage. Neal Gerber Eisenberg partner Angela R. Elbert is a featured speaker. |
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