With the new administration taking hold in Washington, changes have been instituted at an unprecedented pace. What are they? What is their impact upon employers? Join Mark Adams on Wednesday February 12th as he delves into these topics (such as affirmative action, DEI, immigration and more) and how employers can navigate these winds of change heading […]
TOPIC: I-9 Audits and Enforcement - What You Don't Know Can Hurt You! With a change in presidential administrations in 2025, many have speculated that I-9 enforcement activity will be on the rise. What can your company do to ensure that your practices are proper? What is involved when it comes to an I-9 audit? […]
Allegations of harassment, discrimination and “hostile work environment” often necessitate a formal fact-finding process before appropriate corrective steps can be taken. Learn how to properly conduct an internal workplace investigation, from determining whether to conduct an investigation, the scope of the investigation, interviewing techniques, documentation skills, and presenting findings to support the selected course of action. […]
Gain an understanding of the legal definitions, processes and ramifications for harassing and discriminatory behaviors in the workplace. Learn how to conduct a proper harassment investigation and mitigate company expenses related to harassment and discrimination. This interactive and comprehensive training meets and exceeds the new CT Harassment & Discrimination Prevention Training requirements Virtual Classroom Apr […]
TOPIC: Modern Employee Screening: Understanding The Gray Areas In today's competitive landscape, employers are under pressure to hire "the right person" now more than ever. Yet, despite this pressing need, many often misstep when it comes to the background checks and screening that they do on potential candidates and new hires. What are the rules […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving at a rapid pace and with that evolution, businesses (including HR) are finding more ways to incorporate AI into their operations. However, with these opportunities comes risks that HR has to navigate carefully. How can HR use AI to its advantage to deliver results and positively impact the bottom line? […]
TOPIC: Pay Equity and Transparency - Do You Have Your House in Order? Pay equity and transparency has been a priority on both a federal and state level. While there are not uniform compliance standards among the states, there are fundamental strategies that companies can employ that can greatly reduce their risk. Join Mark Adams […]
To protect an organization from legal liability, employers must take immediate and effective steps to address harassment, discrimination, or any other behavioral issues in the workplace. This interactive workshop will teach you how to properly conduct an internal workplace investigation, covering everything from deciding whether to initiate an investigation, determining its scope, interviewing techniques, documentation […]
In this interactive, half-day program, you’ll learn how a consistent disciplinary process improves employee performance and helps manage deficiencies while reducing legal risk. We’ll explore the pros and cons of progressive discipline and how it can hold employees accountable while reinforcing positive behavior. You’ll also learn the ""who, what, when, and how"" of effective performance […]
TOPIC: Employee vs. Independent Contractor - There is More to It Than a 1099 Misclassification of workers is a top enforcement priority and for good reason as it costs the government millions of dollars each year in lost tax revenue, and leaves workers unprotected when it comes to benefits and insurance coverage. Yet, workers get […]