On November 14, 2023 , we reviewed the practical steps of conducting complex Pay Equity/Equal Pay Act (EPA) Audits. EPA Audits are important self-evaluation tools for employers to identify and remediate compensation disparities and to modify existing policies and practices that result in pay disparities.
The Audits give employers the opportunity to correct and resolve existing issues before lawsuits are filed. Audits can help limit potential exposure and damage and facilitate pay equity among employees. This program might particularly interest those serving in human resources, legal, compliance, or leadership roles.
This program covered:
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What type of data should be reviewed (i.e., including demographics, current and historical compensation data, job descriptions, overtime, etc.).
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What does a typical assessment of substantially similar duties based upon a composite of comparable “skill effort, and responsibility” look like?
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What are sound approaches for reviewing data and addressing disparities?
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Who should conduct an equal pay audit?
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What if any privileges can apply (i.e., attorney-client, work product)?
This program was approved for CLE credits.
