Everything You Need To Know About the Workplace,
You Learned in Middle School
From cliques and rumors to missed assignments and star performers—you’ve seen it all! As an HR professional, you are the barrier that stops workplace drama from becoming a legal problem.
Join our Labor & Employment team as we provide legal updates and practical advice for the workplace issues you face daily. We have your lesson plan for a more functional workplace.
Locations & Dates
NorfolkMonday, October 6 |
RichmondTuesday, October 7 |
CharlottesvilleTuesday, October 14 |
LynchburgWednesday, October 15 |
RoanokeMonday, October 20 |
VirtualMonday, October 6 |
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Topics
🏫 Home Room: Employment Law Updates, Hot Topics, and Trends
Start your day in “Home Room” with an overview of the latest employment law developments. From new federal and state legislation to emerging workplace trends, this session will help you stay ahead of the curve. Perfect for HR pros and legal teams who want to be the smartest kid in class.
🌍 International Program: I-9 Compliance and Immigration Enforcement Trends
This “study abroad” session explores the evolving world of I-9 compliance and immigration enforcement. We’ll cover what to expect in an I-9 audit, how to prepare for an ICE raid, and common mistakes in remote hiring and document verification. We’ll keep you grounded in legal facts and best practices. Ideal for HR teams managing diverse workforces or multi-location operations.
📉 Report Card: Having Tough Conversations About Performance
No one likes getting a bad grade—but sometimes, performance conversations are necessary. In this interactive session, we’ll role-play scenarios and walk you through receiving a report, conversations with supervisors, conducting interviews, and firing. We’ll also highlight common pitfalls like retaliation, inconsistent documentation, and bias. Learn how to give honest feedback without flunking the legal test.
🩺 Doctor’s Note: Managing Leave and Accommodations
Medical leave laws can leave anyone feeling queasy and running for the nurse’s office. Fortunately, there is a cure. This session dives deep into one thorny issue for each major law: ADA, FMLA, and PWFA. We’ll walk through real-world scenarios and offer practical strategies for compliance, documentation, and communication—no thermometer required.
Who can benefit?
Human Resource Professionals, Executive Leaders, Owners/Operators, Directors, In-House Counsel, and Frontline Managers/Supervisors
Continuing Education Credit
This program will be submitted for 5.5 credits toward SHRM and HRCI recertification and for 5 hours of Virginia CLE credit from the Virginia State Bar.