Seminars & Events
Upcoming Events
Law Bulletin's 2010 Annual Employment Law Conference - Chicago, ILSeptember 16, 2010
Jeff Nowak serves on the panel discussing "Social Media & Employee Privacy" at the Law Bulletin's 2010 Annual Employment Law Conference.
Franczek Radelet Webinar in partnership with the Society of Human Resource Professionals (SHRP) - 12:00 - 1:15 PM CDT
September 29, 2010
Given the complexities of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employers often fall prey to dishonest employees who take advantage of their FMLA rights by seeking intermittent leave to avoid discipline for poor attendance or by requesting leave for reasons not covered by the FMLA.Given the complexities of the FMLA, employers often fall prey to dishonest employees who take advantage of their FMLA rights by seeking intermittent leave to avoid discipline for poor attendance or by requesting leave for reasons not covered by the FMLA.
Illinois Association of School Boards: The DuPage Division - Lombard, IL
September 29, 2010
Franczek Radelet Seminar
September 30, 2010
Beginning in October, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will embark on its recently announced “Hotel and Motel Resort Pilot Initiative,” focused on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and H2B requirements.
Although very little additional information is being provided by the DOL at this time, it is imperative that hospitality employers review their policies and practices to ensure they comply with the legal requirements and to avoid penalties and fines.
Illinois Association of School Business Officials - Naperville, IL
October 8, 2010
Jackie F. Wernz presents "Developing Web 2.0 Policies and Procedures" at an Illinois Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) conference.
Illinois Association of School Business Officials, Illinois Computing Educators and Illinois Chief Technology Officers - Naperville, IL
October 8, 2010
Darcy L. Kriha co-presents "Social Media Policies for School Districts" at TechCon: Technology and Financial Issues for the 21st Century.
Council of School Attorneys - Providence, RI
October 15, 2010
Shelli L. Anderson and Dana Fattore Crumley present " When This Marriage Can’t Be Saved: Severing the Relationship Between Board and Superintendent,” for the Council of School Attorneys at their 2010 School Law Practice Seminar.
Illinois Council of School Attorneys' Annual Seminar - Chicago, IL
November 19, 2010
Andrea R. Waintroob presents "The 'Double Edged Sword'of Quon" examining how states have responded to Ontario v. Quon, 130 S.Ct. 2619 (2010) and how school districts can best protect themselves from increasing their production burdens under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Triple I Joint Annual School Board Conference - Chicago, IL
November 20, 2010
Moderated by partner Patricia J. Whitten, including partners Dawn Spivey Moritz and Brian P. Crowley will engage in a panel discussion on the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Illinois Open Meetings Act (OMA). The panel explores practical implications, implementation nuances and evolving clarification of gray areas in the law; examines recent amendments and provides practical guidance.
Past Events
Franczek Radelet Webinar - 12:00 - 1:15 PM CDTAugust 26, 2010
In the current economy, it is more important than ever for employers to understand what unemployment benefits are available to former employees, what actions can disqualify a former employee from receiving these benefits and how to navigate through an unemployment insurance claim once it is filed. This presentation discusses the best practices and what preventive measures employers can take to avoid unemployment insurance complications.
Society of Human Resource Professionals - Chicago, IL
August 11, 2010
Jeff Nowak presents at "Hot Employment Topics on the Supreme Court Docket, " a seminar sponsored by the Society of Human Resource Professionals (SHRP). Jeff will highlight the TItle VII and FLSA Retaliation cases on the Supreme Court's 2010-2011 docket and provide guidance for employers in avoiding retaliation claims in their workplace.
American Bar Association - San Francisco, CA
August 5, 2010
Amy Moor Gaylord participates in the debate "Interest Arbitration - Pros, Cons and How Tos" at the American Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment 2010 Law Annual Meeting. The debate explores how the Employee Free Choice Act has focused attention on the use of interest arbitration as a mechanism for mandatory resolution of first contract disputes.
Society of Human Resource Management - Oakbrook Terrace, IL
August 2, 2010
Jeff Nowak presents "Top Mistakes Employers Make When Compensating Their Employees" for the Illinois State Council for the Society of Human Resource Management (ISC-SHRM) 11th Annual Conference.
Chicago Automobile Trade Association - Oakbrook Terrace, IL
July 22, 2010
Katie Belpedio Schreiber presents "Fundamentals of Wage and Hour Law" for the Chicago Automobile Trade Association.