New York CLE - Employment Law Courses
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Distinguishing Between Employers and Contractors in Light of the New DOL Guidelines
The world of commerce has a new star – the gig economy. This area grew tremendously during the pandemic lockdown, as delivery services became a necessity. Those employed in this economy, from well-known names such as Lyft, Uber, Grubhub and Doordash, as well as countless others all share one element – they pick and choose workplace location. But how to define these employees? Are they independent contractors or “remote” employees? There is a case to be made for each and the Department... More Info
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Diversity & Inclusion: The #MeToo Movement’s Impact on the Legal Profession
Gender discrimination and gender diversity has perhaps never been more center-stage. This CLE course will take an attorneys view of the issue and discuss them in terms of the legal profession. The course will explain pay equity in law firms, sexual harassment issues and how diversity can be improved in law firms. Practical, effective steps by individuals and organizations can take to increase diversity and avoid inappropriate sexual conduct in light of the lessons we’ve learned in the #MeToo and... More Info
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Don’t Get Caught Without A Contractor’s License: The Downfalls and Damages of Working Without a License
Violating license requirements can have serious consequences for contractors. The penalties tend to be severe and do not allow for equitable remedies. This CLE course will offer a basic overview of the rules in California and explain the consequences for contractors operating without one. The course will review the purpose of the licensing laws and how they are applied to contractors and those who perform construction services as well as exemptions to applicability. Recent case law c... More Info
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Donald Sterling & the NBA: Speech, Property Rights, Antitrust and the Law of Professional Sports Leagues
The excitement surrounding sports is meant to be focused on amazing plays, incredible assists and raw athletic talent. But as the leagues have developed and the legal issues surrounding them have mounted, more of the excitement seems to unfold in the courtrooms than on the fields. This CLE course will highlight one such case, that of Donald Sterling, the Los Angeles Clippers owner whose controversial statements may have resulted in a lifetime ban from the NBA and the forcible sale of h... More Info
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Drafting Legally Sound Job Descriptions
Legal issues with employers can begin sooner than you might realize – sometimes with the simple drafting of the job description. This CLE course will focus on the legal issues involved in drafting job descriptions and best practices for creating evidentiary documents which serve to defend employers in discrimination suits. Strategies for avoiding poorly written descriptions, requirements, a description’s relationship to “reasonable accommodation” under the ADA, key terms, FLSA wage and hourly is... More Info
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Employee Handbook Do’s and Don’ts
In today’s litigious environment, employee handbooks are critical in order for employees to protect themselves against future liability. Yet there are some mistakes that can be downfall of any employer. This CLE course will explain the policies that are absolute musts for all handbooks as well as phrases and terms that can never be included. An outline of do’s and don’ts, strategies for a well-written and enforceable handbook and avoiding liability through well drafted policies and pro... More Info
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Employment Agreements: Protection for All Involved
Employment agreements join the parties, where one or both are individuals, over short or long time periods. In order to be effective, these agreements must be regarded as advancing and protecting the self-interests of both parties. They must include the conditions of employment, responsibilities of each party, compensation, benefits and standards as well as factors that would trigger early termination. This CLE course will present how these agreements should be built, the inclusion of... More Info
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Employment Eligibility Verification: Form I-9 Compliance
This CLE course is designed to provide a general overview of employer obligation to verify employment eligibility, document review and retention requirements. The course will explain when and how to complete Form I-9, use of eVerify and strategies every employer should know to avoid discrimination claims. More Info
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Employment Law Issues in Telework Environments
The phenomenon of remote work didn’t begin with COVID-19, but the virus did bring it into the foreground as a key battleground between employers and employees. Today, as employees fight to work from home either full-time or hybrid, employers are stuck between retaining talent and the extent to which they are willing to offer flexible solutions. This CLE course will explain the employment law issues that arise for employers for remote workers, both full-time and hybrid. The course will... More Info
$291Prof Practice -
Employment Law: An Entertainment Industry Perspective
Media and entertainment companies, which contract with a full-range of employee classifications, are at a particularly high risk for employment law infractions. Actors and independent contractors, interns, volunteers, part-time workers and the various unions involved can open the door to innumerable violations incurring both financial and professional consequences. This CLE course, presented by Frankfurt, Kurnit Klein & Selz, will explain the recent trends and potential pitfalls that medi... More Info
$291Prof Practice
