Employee Relations Law Series

Presented by Greenville Technical College’s Economic Development & Corporate Training Division and

the Greenville Society of Human Resource Management in conjunction with the law firm of

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

Beginning March 2017

$849 per person (includes materials and continental breakfast)

Human Resource Certification Credits: If you are a certified human resource professional through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), you may apply your attendance in the Certificate in Employee Relations Law Series toward

recertification credit. This program has been approved by the HR Certification Institute and SHRM for 40 credit hours.

AGENDAMarch 21, 2017: Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance• Overview of Discrimination Laws• The Concepts of Disparate Treatment and Disparate Impact• Solutions to Sexual Harassment Problems

April 18, 2017: Labor Laws: The Employer’s and Employee’s Rights and Obligations Under the National Labor Relations Act

• Overview of the Act• The Tension Between Free Speech (§8(c)) and Restriction on Speech (§8(a)(1))• Discrimination Provisions of the Act (§8(a)(3))• Collective Bargaining (§§8(a)5, 8(d))• Enforcement Procedures and Remedies• Protected Concerted Activity (Social Media and the NLRB)

May 16, 2017: Preparing an Effective Handbook• Theories Underlying Handbook Breach of Contract Claims• Beyond Handbooks: What Other Writings or Communications Can Bind an Employer?• What Every Handbook Must (or at least should) Contain• How Can an Employer Modify its Handbook and Policies?

June 20, 2017: Employer’s Responsibilities Under the FMLA• Serious Health Condition• Intermittent Leave• Military Caregiver Leave• Tips for Calculating and Tracking FMLA

July 18, 2017: ERISA: Review of the Basics/Business Immigration• Welfare Benefit Plans• Pension Plans• Nonqualified Plans• I-9 Recordkeeping Requirements• Recent Developments in Business Immigration Issues

The Certificate in Employee Relations Law Series is designed to provide a comprehensive, practical, convenient and cost-effective way to acquire knowledge about complex employment laws that impact virtually every employment-related decision.

This intensive series will be conducted by attorneys from Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.’s Greenville, South Carolina office, at The Ogletree Building on the third Tuesday of every month from 8 a.m. to noon, beginning March 2017. Instruction will focus on the steps participants may take to cope with the requirements of various laws and regulations.

Each seminar day will provide four hours of practical, current and comprehensive information on a full range of employment law issues. Subjects will include dealing with state and federal regulatory agencies and their requirements, compliance reviews, minimizing exposure to litigation, dealing with troublesome employees, developing policies and handbooks, EEO compliance, privacy, and litigation strategies if your company is sued.

Reference materials will be presented on each day of instruction. The materials are provided for each participant to keep.

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Greenville Technical College provides equal opportunity and affirmative action in education and employment for all qualified persons

regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Certificate in Employee Relations Law Series

August 15, 2017: Federal Affirmative Action Laws• Coverage and Requirements of Affirmative Action Laws/Regulations Monitored by OFCCP

- Recent Changes to Affirmative Action Laws- Executive Order 11246- Section 503 Rehabilitation Act of 1973/41 C.F.R. Section 60-741- Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974/41 C.F.R. Section 60-250- Rules on Internet Applicants and Recordkeeping

• Supplemental Affirmative Action Requirements

September 19, 2017: Employer’s Obligations Under ADAAA/ Legal Issues Involving Wellness Programs

• Physical and Mental Disabilities• Reasonable Accommodation Obligations• Legally Compliant Wellness Programs

October 17, 2017: OSHA• OSHA Overview• Generally Applicable Standards and Regulations• OSHA Regulatory and Legislative Agenda

*November 14, 2017: Federal/State Wage-Hour Laws• Common “Hours Worked” Issues• The Regular Rate for Overtime Purposes• Proper and Improper Deductions From Pay• Emphasis on White Collar Exemptions and Other Problem Areas

December 19, 2017: Special Employment Issues … Privacy, Defamation, Reference Checks, and Company Security

• Avoiding and Defending Defamation and Privacy Issues• Dealing with E-Mail Issues and Social Media• Hiring Employees and Conducting Reference Checks• Avoiding Workplace Violence

January 16, 2018: Graduation Breakfast/Update and Review/Awarding of Certificates

*2nd Tuesday in November

This series is designed specifically for HR professionals and managers who want more

in-depth knowledge about legal issues in employment.

Course Number 182XMGT512

A minimum of eight courses is required to earn the certificate.

Third Tuesday of Each Month

Testimonials From Previous Programs“Great information! Enjoyed the presentation.” “This is the clearest training/explanation I have had on this and I finally know what to do.”“Good information shared on every level of knowledge. A good amount of time and information shared on every level we may experience as the professionals.”“The presentation was perfect. The presenter was highly knowledgeable of all topics discussed.”“I have thoroughly enjoyed this series.Well worth the money.” “The presenter was thoroughly knowledgeable with the law and application of it in the workplace.”“The examples given using real workplace scenarios help put things into perspective.”“Really like examples (cases) that were provided by instructor – like breakdown between nonexempt and exempt.” “Examples make the ‘concepts’ more understandable.”“Presenter was great.Very clear in his presentation. Knowledgeable and able to communicate at all levels.”

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By Phone:(864) 250-8800

Online:www.gvltec.edu/EDCT

By Mail:Complete the information below and send to:

GTC Economic Development & Corporate Training Division P.O. Box 5616Greenville, SC 29606-5616MS 5011 - The Buck Mickel Center

Cost:$849 per person (includes materials and continental breakfast) Payable to Greenville Technical College

Date:Third Tuesday of each month beginning March 21, 2017

Time:8 a.m. - noon

Location:The Ogletree Building (lobby level) 300 North Main Street Greenville, SC 29601

Parking:Top deck parking beside The Ogletree BuildingEnter off Beattie Place

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bioGrAphiESGreenville Technical College's Economic Development &Corporate Training serves as the Continuing Education Division of the college. For more than 35 years, Greenville Technical College has been the premiere source for business and industry education, training, and consulting.

Economic Development and Corporate Training offers not-for-credit courses, training leading to certifications and licensure, and personal interest and enrichment classes. Satisfying the needs of tens of thousands of Upstate residents, GTC's Economic Development and Corporate Training Division is committed to providing the best in continuing education.

The Greenville Society for Human Resource Management (GSHRM) plays a key role in helping Human Resource professionals increase their knowledge and skills in the human resource arena. Members’ roles range from human resource assistant to vice president of human resources. Members are constantly networking to gain additional skills and knowledge.

Through professional services, monthly meetings, and professional accreditation support, GSHRM members are recognized as leaders in their profession.

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. is the largest labor and employment law firm in the Carolinas, and the third largest in the nation, representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. The firm has more than 750 lawyers, with offices in over 49 locations and represents a diverse range of clients, including more than half of the Fortune 500 corporations in the U.S.

Among the services provided by the Ogletree firm are attorney-conducted training programs, client seminars, manuals and guidelines to help clients in auditing their compliance with laws and regulations; and regular newsletters and special alert newsletters to identify noteworthy or urgent changes in court decisions, laws, and regulations.

Space is limited, please register early. We look forward to seeing you!