Upcoming Events and Presentations:

January 8, 2009
The Nuts and Bolts of Compliance With the Amended
Family and Medical Leave Act
Schwartz Hannum PC, 11 Chestnut Street, Andover, MA 01810
Session I: January 8, 2009, 9:00 to 12:00 noon
Session II: January 13, 2009 9:00 to 12:00 noon

Are you ready for the new Family and Medical Leave Act ('FMLA') regulations that will take effect on January 16, 2009? If not, then Schwartz Hannum PC's three-hour program, 'The Nuts and Bolts of Compliance with the Amended Family and Medical Leave Act,' is the solution.

Attendees will receive comprehensive guidance on the new Regulations and related topics, including:

• Defining the Employer's Obligations Under the Amended FMLA;


• The Family Military Leave Entitlements;


• How State Laws Overlap and Intersect With the FMLA;


• Essential Components of an FMLA Compliance Package; and


• Pitfalls and Quagmires: How To Avoid Them.

January 9, 2009
Employee Free Choice Act Boot Camp
At Schwartz Hannum PC, Andover MA

Session I: December 8, 2008, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 26, 2008

Session II: January 9, 2009, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: December 15, 2008

Schwartz Hannum PC has developed a comprehensive human resources and management program in anticipation of the imminent passage of the Employee Free Choice Act (“EFCA”). Presented in an interactive seminar format, EFCA Boot Camp instructs participants about expected dramatic changes in the law, and explains why employers must act now to prepare for those changes.

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January 29, 2009
HR Professional Roundtable
North Shore Chamber of Commerce, Danvers, MA
Legislative Update

Sara Goldsmith Schwartz will present an overview of recent, significant court decisions and legislative changes in Federal, Massachusetts and multi-state labor and employment law during the past year to the North Shore Chamber of Commerce - HR Professional Roundtable at The North Shore Chamber of Commerce, 5 Cherry Hill Drive, Danvers, MA on January 29, 2009 from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Recent Events and Presentations:

November 20, 2008
AISNE Fall Business Conference
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crowne Plaza, Natick, MA

Sara Goldsmith Schwartz and William Hannum III presented an interactive two-part presentation addressing many issues of significance to independent schools.

The first session, "Critical Employment Policies: The Top Ten Policies That Limit A School's Liability and Exposure," offered "best practices" policies and included discussion of topics such as:

• The ten "must have" policies, as well as practical tips for drafting and implementation;
• Compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act, including the new military leave requirements and the myriad complex overlaps with state leave laws, workers' compensation statutes and disability discrimination laws;
• Whistleblower policies; and
• Record retention protocols (including written checklists)

• The recently amended independent contractor law;
• Proper classification of exempt and non-exempt employees;
• Overtime challenges;
• Meal and break requirements and waivers;
• Deductions from pay for housing and meals;
• Employment of minors;
• Compensatory time;
• Reporting pay; and
• Explanation of treble damages

November 20, 2008
Human Resource Council Meeting
The DNA of Women Leaders (Panel Discussion)
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Royal Sonesta, Cambridge, MA

Sara Goldsmith Schwartz participated in an open forum panel discussion that explored the unique qualities women bring to leadership roles in their organizations. In this session three extraordinary women, including Sara, discussed how they cultivated a strong and effective leadership presence that increased innovation, collaboration and performance in their organizations. They also explored the tools and strategies these executives used to empower themselves in overcoming familiar and challenging business obstacles. This meeting was held on November 20, 2008 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Royal Sonesta, Cambridge.

November 19, 2008
Build Boston
3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m
The Seaport Hotel, Boston, MA

Sara Goldsmith Schwartz provided a presentation entitled Critical Employment Policies to Insulate Your Firm from Liability. This event was held at The Seaport Hotel in Boston from 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

November 14, 2008
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Club
The Gloucester House Restaurant, Gloucester, MA

G. Michael Palladino presented Reducing The Legal Risks Associated With A Reduction in Force. During hard economic times, employers are often required to make difficult downsizing decisions to cut costs. However, by not handling a reduction in force carefully, regardless of the number of employees involved, a company can significantly increase its exposure to potential legal claims by former employees. Mike Palladino provided practical tips for shrinking the workforce without expanding employee claims. Topics included proper preparation of severance agreements, analysis of disparate impact issues, and reduction-in-force justification statements. This presentation was held at The Gloucester House Restaurant, 37 Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA from 7:30 am - 9:00 am.

November 6, 2008
Schwartz Hannum PC's 8th Annual "Labor & Employment Hot Topics Seminar"
7:45am - Noon
The Hilton Boston/Woburn, 2 Forbes Road, Woburn, MA, 01801

Schwarz Hannum PC held its 8th annual Labor and Employment Law "Hot Topics" Seminar on Thursday, November 6, 2008 a the Hilton Boston/Woburn. The Firm discussed the most current issues in labor and employment law.

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