Navigating Emerging Labor and Employment Issues Impacting Employers

As the labor and employment landscape continues to shift, employers face a growing number of complex legal challenges. Please join Phillips Lytle attorneys for a half-day, complimentary seminar focused on some of the top legal issues impacting employers today. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared.

Agenda

• 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration
• 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Supporting Employees Through Accommodations and Leaves of Absence: Best Practices for HR Professionals
• 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Defending Against Government Audits and Investigations
• 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Break
• 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. How to Handle Workplace Complaints
• 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Priorities and Personnel at the EEOC and NLRB
• 11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Q&A

Who Should Attend

• Human Resource Professionals
• In-House Counsel
• Personnel Managers
• Directors and Managers of Administration
• CEOs, COOs, CFOs

Topics

• Supporting Employees Through Accommodations and Leaves of Absence: Best Practices for HR Professionals
  Presented by Amanda L. Lowe and Emma P. Murphy
  This presentation provides an in-depth review and discussion of employees’ rights and employer responsibilities related to workplace accommodations and leaves of absence. Designed for HR professionals at all levels of experience, this session aims to foster compliance, inclusivity and effective workforce management.
• Defending Against Government Audits and Investigations
  Presented by James R. Grasso and Linda T. Prestegaard
  Learn practical strategies for preparing for federal and state labor and employment investigations and audits. Topics to be covered include compliance areas, common triggers for audits and investigations, and best practices for responding to inquiries.
• How to Handle Workplace Complaints
  Presented by Kevin J. Mulvehill and Colleen R. McMullen
  This presentation offers insights into how to deal with workplace complaints. The presentation provides an overview of the key statutes, tips for conducting effective internal investigations after receiving a complaint, and best practices to ensure compliance and avoid retaliation claims. We will utilize real-world examples to guide the conversation.
• Priorities and Personnel at the EEOC and NLRB
  Presented by James R. O’Connor and Jacob D. Lewis
  Policy and personnel at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) have experienced significant change in 2025. This presentation is intended to provide an overview of these changes in leadership and the related departures from prior enforcement agendas. Employers will learn how these changes may impact compliance and litigation under this new administration.

Locations

Questions

Please contact Kathy Gibbons with any questions at kgibbons@phillipslytle.com or (716) 847-5469.

HRCI and SHRM Certifications

This program has been submitted for pre-approval for 3.5 HR (General) credit hours toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). For more information about certification, please visit the HRCI website at www.hrci.org.
This program has been submitted for pre-approval for 3.5 Professional Development Credits (PDCs). Phillips Lytle is recognized by SHRM to offer PDCs for SHRM-CP® or SHRM -SCP® recertification activities.

Space is limited for each location, so please register early.

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