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Please Click HereOur Employment & Benefits Team is excited to invite you to one of our most popular, long-standing conferences. The event is tailored to HR professionals and offers practical, actionable insights to empower HR teams in making informed decisions. Join us in either Eau Claire or Green Bay; light breakfast items and refreshments included.
Cost:
$30 (PDF materials provided)
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Full Agenda
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:00 a.m. Welcome & Introductions
8:05 – 8:45 a.m.
Where is the Paper Trail?: Do’s and Don’ts When Documenting Personnel Matters
Presenter: Attorney Sara Ackermann
Attorney Sara Ackermann will guide attendees through best practices for documenting personnel actions. Attendees will walk away with an enhanced understanding of effective documentation and how to keep their organization safe and compliant. Attendees will learn why accurate and thorough documentation is crucial, discover common pitfalls to avoid (e.g., “at-will” is not a reason for termination), and gain strategies to minimize the risk of wrongful termination claims.
8:50 – 9:05 a.m.
Wage and Hour: What You Need To Know
Presenter: Attorney Nicole Stangl
Attorney Nicole Stangl will address some of the wage and hour pitfalls for employers. Issues will include rounding at the beginning and end of an employee’s shift; breaks, paying out accrued vacation and sick time; overtime; and more!
9:10 – 9:30 a.m.
Benefits Update
Presenter: Attorney Mary Ellen Schill
Employee benefits are crucial to attracting new talent, as many job seekers prioritize benefits over salary. Join Attorney Mary Ellen Schill for a straightforward update on employee benefits where she will cover recent legal changes and guidance issued by the IRS and DOL.
9:30 – 9:45 a.m. Break
9:45 – 10:35 a.m.
The Web of Accommodation Laws – ADA, PWFA, WFEA, and MORE!
Presenters: Attorney Nicole Stangl and Attorney Morgan Sweeney
Join Attorneys Nicole Stangl and Morgan Sweeney for an in-depth seminar focusing on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and its interaction with other key leave and accommodation laws. They will break down the essentials of the PWFA, ADA, Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA), and more. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical tips to ensure your organization remains compliant and well-informed.
10:35 – 11:00 a.m. Stump the Experts: Open Questions
Presenters
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Attorney Sara Ackermann | Attorney Mary Ellen Schill | Attorney Nicole Stangl | Attorney Morgan Sweeney |
Learn more about Ruder Ware’s Employment & Benefits Team.