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Padgett Thompson
a division of Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center
Course Description

This seminar is offered onsite only. The descriptions and outlines specified below are examples of the topics covered in this seminar. Actual seminar content will depend on your organization's needs. Of course, we customize the seminar's content to meet the specific needs of your organization.

EEO In-Depth: Court Decisions You Can't Afford To Miss
A One Day Seminar
Meeting Code: PHL

When the U.S. Supreme Court rules on a case that has implication for HR, the news travels fast. And with amendments happening all the time, it's hard for HR professionals -- like you -- to keep up with all those cases and to decide which are relevant.

That's where we come in. We have a dedicated staff of HR experts that are always researching the latest EEOC developments and proposals. When you attend this hard-hitting course, you'll gain the expertise uniquely adapted to maximize your effectiveness as a HR professional while minimizing your legal risks ... develop your confidence to deal with the ins and outs of EEO laws ... and professionally handle any court room situation involving the EEOC ... and much more.

How You Will Benefit:

• Get a crash-course on all the latest in EEO law: Title VII ... ADA ... ADEA ... EPA
• Legally document your way to success: Discover what every personnel file must contain to protect you and your organization
• Get a comprehensive checklist to legally recruit the most highly qualified applicants

What You Will Cover:

Protecting Your Company: The Legal Approach To EEOC

• The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: The legal ins and outs of handling employees with physical or mental disabilities
• The 6 categories of "serious health conditions" that entitle employees to medical leave
• The legally safe way to confront an employee you suspect is abusing drugs, alcohol or other substances
• When you can be sued personally for violations of employment laws? The answer may surprise you
• Mock Hearing: This session includes a mock EEO hearing, which will give you a chance to see exactly what your responsibilities are before, during and after an EEO trial.

Safeguarding Your Company From Changing Employment Laws

• What's the EEOC focused on these days? Find out the latest enforcement spotlights
• If you think you're safe because your employee handbook contains a legal disclaimer ... think again
• New court decisions that affect the way you must screen, train and monitor for all forms of harassment
• How new rules on manager liability in the area of harassment may put you on the legal firing line
• What the courts have ruled about same-sex harassment -- and how that affects you and your organization
• Your rights and responsibilities during an EEOC investigation

Soliciting Applicants, Conducting Interviews, And Handling Employee Discharges

• How to ensure your pre-employment placement practices are ADA-compliant
• Recent court cases that limits how pre-employment test ... and how they are administered
• What updates you need to make to your reference-checking practices now ... you could be responsible depending on the information you DON'T give out
• Attract the top candidates with employment "packages" that don't invite discrimination lawsuits
• How to avoid making legally binding promises and unintentional oral employment contracts
• Useful -- and legally safe -- tips for reference checks and background investigations
• What to before, during and after terminations to avoid wrongful discharge claims
• 9 sure-fire ways to legally terminate an employee so all parties maintain dignity and respect
• How to audit your discipline and termination procedures to protect your company in light of changes in at-will employment

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