Witness and participate in a mock trial that will focus upon an employment-based topic that will be tried by outside attorneys before a judge and jury; beginning with the opening statements and culminating with the jury verdict! Springfield, MA Average HRCI™ & SHRM® Credits: 6 Back by popular demand. Due to the projected popularity of this program: […]
Mental health has become an increasingly important issue in the workplace. As awareness and demand for mental health support continue to increase, employers must understand how to manage and help their employees during these situations. This webinar will help provide both guidance on navigating mental health issues in the workplace as well as discuss resources […]
In this interactive, half-day program, you’ll learn the importance of consistent disciplinary and documentation processes in mitigating legal risk, the pros and cons of progressive discipline, how the disciplinary process can assist in holding employees accountable and reinforcing good behaviors. Learn the “who, what, when, and how” of effective performance documentation, including a simple formula […]
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. […]
Topic: Dealing with Unions in 2024 The National Labor Relations Board enacted sweeping procedural changes and handed down key decisions towards the end of 2023 that have laid the groundwork for pro-active union organizing. For the unsuspecting employer faced with a union organizer, mishandling these situations can lead to their business getting unionized. How do […]
Massachusetts has enacted a new law that will require some Massachusetts employers to disclose pay ranges to applicants and employees as well as to furnish pay information to the state. While the multi-tier requirements apply to differing types of employers, Massachusetts employers with at least 25 employees will have to comply with some aspect of […]
Roundtables create an interactive environment for participants to exchange current practices in a confidential setting. Your willingness to share your insights in a peer-to-peer format will enhance the success of the roundtable. 2024 – 2025 Schedule: First Fridays 8:00 am – 10:00 am | Agawam Training Center Sep 6 | Oct 11 | Nov 1 | […]
Topic: ADA and Reasonable Accommodations It is almost inevitable.... employers will encounter situations in which they will be faced with the need to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee. Yet despite these longstanding principles, employers often fail to understand the scope of how to reasonably accommodate employees properly and that can often lead to a charge […]
In this interactive, half-day program, you’ll learn the importance of consistent disciplinary and documentation processes in mitigating legal risk, the pros and cons of progressive discipline, how the disciplinary process can assist in holding employees accountable and reinforcing good behaviors. Learn the “who, what, when, and how” of effective performance documentation, including a simple formula […]
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. […]