Future and past speeches, seminars, presentations and other events of interest.
February 6, 2012
The Nuts And Bolts Of Compliance With The Amended Family And Medical Leave Act
February 6, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
The amended Family and Medical Leave Act requires employers to adapt to numerous significant changes in the law, including: military leave requirements for qualifying exigency leave; requirements for injured servicemember leave; and new certification and designation notice requirements. Are your organization’s FMLA policy and compliance process updated to reflect all these changes? This webinar will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of both the old and new FMLA.
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February 9, 2012
Independent School Program:
Best Practices For School Trips, Overnight Trips, Extended Stays And International Trips
February 9, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
Recent litigation and news reports have highlighted the myriad risks involved in taking students on trips of all kinds, from local trips to international trips. This webinar will explore the key components of an ideal trip compliance package. We will discuss ways to minimize the potential risks associated with off-campus trips and consider the special challenges associated with international travel. The webinar will also include a discussion of ways to prepare students and trip chaperones for potential issues that may arise during international trips.
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February 27, 2012
NBOA 2012 Symposium: Threading The Needle
The Westin Seattle
1900 Fifth Avenue
Seattle, Washington
Sara Goldsmith Schwartz, William E. Hannum III and Paul Dubois will be presenting at the 2012 National Business Officer’s Association Symposium on the following topic:
- Get It Write: Employee Handbook
February 27, 2012
10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
(Session A)
Presented By: Sara Goldsmith Schwartz, William E. Hannum III and Paul Dubois.
Formal is out, casual is in. And as many faculty and employees rise through the ranks of schools everywhere, some schools are wondering why there are so many rules in the workplace and, especially, why all the rules are written down in long policies that no one will ever read. Experienced education and employment lawyers will discuss the key policies in the ideal employee handbook for your school. Is your employee handbook up-to-snuff with best practices and legal standards? Does it comply with state-specific requirements of your state? Does it have all the bells and whistles for electronic communications, anti-hazing and anti-bullying? Does it address the common traps for unwary schools? This program is essential for any school that has either not implemented an employee handbook – or is considering doing away with the one they already have. This training identifies – and explains – the top 15 policies that every school should implement, from electronic communications and acceptable use, to anti-hazing and anti-bullying. Designed for business officers, human resource professionals, and other administrators who are responsible for employee issues, this session will include a model table of contents, practical outlines, sample policies, and checklists to use in preparing your ideal employee handbook. We will also offer practical suggestions for keeping your employee handbook updated and current.
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February 29, 2012
2012 National Association of Independent Schools (“NAIS”) Annual Conference
Washington State Convention Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle, WA 98101-2350
Sara Goldsmith Schwartz and William E. Hannum III will be presenting at the 2012 National Association of Independent Schools Annual Conference on the following topics:
- A Teacher Sues, And The Allegations Fly! You Be The Judge At This Mock Trial
February 29, 2012
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Presented By: Sara Goldsmith Schwartz and William E. Hannum III
In this three hour program, participants will (i) witness a mock trial, (ii) deliberate as jurors over a long-term teacher’s claim that her employer (an independent school) illegally non-renewed her contract, and (iii) discuss the lessons learned with experienced employment counsel and heads of schools. This mock trial will provide realistic insights into the legal issues and concrete concerns of employment litigation. The expert-led discussion will address legal requirements and practical tips for key employment documents such as teacher’s contracts, performance evaluations, and personnel files. Participants will serve as jurors, (weighing evidence and deciding the case), discovering what really goes during deliberations. Come enjoy this highly interactive session – and learn!
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- Lessons From Penn State - Best Practices In Managing Your School's Liability
March 1, 2012
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Presented By: Sara Goldsmith Schwartz, William E. Hannum III and Jerry Katz, Head of School, Park School
Penn State headlines have schools revisiting how to investigate and report crimes and abuse, how to be in compliance and do the right thing. Handouts include a best practices checklist. Experienced counsel and a Head of School will discuss these challenging issues, from investigation traps to communication strategies, drawing on their experiences, in this lively, interactive discussion.
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- Student Safety On and Off Campus: Lessons Learned and Shared
March 2, 2012
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Presented By: Sara Goldsmith Schwartz
Student safety, both on and off campus, requires anticipating the seemingly unforeseeable, and the good fortune to learn from someone else’s misfortune (or mistake). Peter Quimby, Headmaster of The Governor’s Academy, will share lessons learned from his years in higher education (at Yale and Princeton) while expert education counsel will address the legal aspects of student safety with respect to preventing and responding to sexual assault incidents, the unique challenges of international trips, and the potential risks caused by sex offenders on campus. The speakers will offer risk management tips, legal guidance and practical tips – including a detailed checklist for conducting a student safety audit.
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March 6, 2012
Independent School Program:
Getting It Write: Drafting An Employee Handbook For The School Environment
March 6, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
This webinar is essential for any organization that has either not implemented an employee handbook – or is considering doing away with the one they already have. Schwartz Hannum will provide a model table of contents, practical outlines, sample policies, and checklists to use in preparing your ideal employee handbook. We will also offer practical suggestions for keeping your employee handbook updated and current.
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March 29, 2012
Facebook Terminations And Other Social Media Issues
March 29, 2012
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
Is your organization “up to speed” with the frantic pace of social media invading the workplace? Learn how you can use social media to your advantage and how to minimize the associated risks.
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April 9, 2012
Independent School Program:
Technology And Acceptable Use Agreements: Where To Draw The Lines For Faculty, Staff And Students?
April 9, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
As technology continues to evolve, and as people continue to engage in confounding behavior on the internet, it is imperative that educational institutions remain vigilant in protecting students, staff and faculty, and indeed the institution itself. This webinar will explore the newest approach to acceptable use policies and agreements, including whether to have one such document for the entire campus or separate documents for the faculty/staff and students. We will explore the parameters of on and off-campus conduct and consider the options for social networking restrictions. We will also provide sample policies to use in Student and Employee Handbooks.
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April 10, 2012
Employment Law Boot Camp
April 10, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
April 11, 2011 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC
Schwartz Hannum PC has developed a fourteen-hour intensive human resources skills development program in response to the growing challenges confronting our clients. Presented in an interactive seminar format, Employment Law Boot Camp reinforces participants' existing knowledge of fundamental employment laws and personnel practices by exploring major risk areas and problem-solving strategies. Expert attorney instructors will provide extensive written resources, engaging real-life role-plays, and valuable networking opportunities for participants. Participants will receive a comprehensive Tool Kit containing essential compliance forms, checklists and guidance.
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April 24, 2012
The Amended Americans with Disabilities Act: A Road Map To Compliance
April 24, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
More than 20 years after the Americans with Disabilities Act was first enacted, employers continue to struggle with interpreting its impact in the workplace. The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and its implementing regulations change the landscape entirely, causing even more confusion. EEOC enforcement activity of disability issues has increased dramatically and a number of headline-grabbing settlements remind us all of the high cost of getting disability issues wrong. But how exactly does an employer get it right?
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May 7, 2012
Independent School Program:
Applicants And Students With Disabilities: Is Your School Prepared To Lawfully Accommodate And To Know Where To Draw The Line?
May 7, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
From admissions to the classroom, from the interactive process to graduation and the years in between, this presentation will clarify the best practices for schools when confronted with students who may be disabled. Schwartz Hannum will explore many questions, including: When is a learning style actually a disability? When does the school need to provide extra time for exams? When do emotional outbursts by a student constitute a disability? What are the best practices in admissions documentation?
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May 15, 2012
The High Price Of Misclassification: Are You Properly Classifying Independent Contractors, Temps, Interns And Volunteers?
May 15, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Schwartz Hannum PC Webinar
Among other law enforcement agencies, the Department of Labor is actively enforcing wage and hour laws against employers that have misclassified workers as independent contractors, temps, interns or volunteers. Misclassification can lead to significant liability in unpaid wages, benefits, and employment taxes. Independent contractor agreements are under increasing scrutiny, as are long-term temporary employees (what benefits do they get?); interns (do they get paid?); and volunteers (can your employees "volunteer"?). Federal and state governmental agencies - and plaintiffs' attorneys - are increasingly interested in these issues. During this webinar, you will learn about the appropriate tests for determining the proper classification of all these types of workers.
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