Staying current on employment law compliance is critical for legal/compliance and human resources professionals and leaders. To help your organization stay apprised of updates, trends, and best practices, KSB Law offered a complimentary Lunch & Learn series this summer on numerous and timely topics:
May – NJ Cannabis Employment Law
This program covered:
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Current legal requirements, guidance, and trends regarding cannabis use in the employment setting.
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The need for appropriate workplace training and policies, and the process for evaluating potential impairment during prescribed work hours.
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How to recognize and avoid potential areas of discrimination and retaliation related to cannabis use.
June – Wage Transparency Trends and Equal Pay Audits
This program covered:
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Trends on equal pay, salary inquiry bans, and wage transparency.
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Determining “substantially similar” duties and assessing comparable “skills, effort, responsibilities.”
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Considering affirmative defenses, treble damages, multi-year lookbacks, and individual liability.
July – Unconscious Bias and Trauma-Informed Techniques in Investigations
This program covered:
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Prioritizing bias-free and culturally competent investigations.
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Recognizing and avoiding microaggressions and unconscious/implicit bias in the investigation process.
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Utilizing trauma-informed interviewing techniques.
KSBranigan Law has announced its Fall Lunch & Learn Series, which will take place on September 19, October 17, and November 14, 2023.
If you are interested in participating in future Lunch & Learn programs, please email christina@ksbraniganlaw.com with your name, company information, and title to receive notices and invitations about our upcoming programs.
