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2007 Fundamentals of Employment Law

Abstract: Mediating an Employment Case: A Panel Discussion (effective and ineffective mediation strategies in employment law cases.) - Introduction to Federal Employment Laws (federal anti-discrimination statutes and new twists and trends in employment litigation.) - Introduction to Immigration Practice (business immigration issues, substantive and procedural, with respect to filings with USCIS, the Department of Labor, the Department of State, and other government agencies, pending proposals to reform the immigration laws to deal with the undocumented worker population) - Working with the EEOC: From Charges to Lawsuits (EEOC charge process and tips on navigating the process, whether an individual or a company.) - Introduction to NC Employment Laws (NC statutory and common law employment laws, including wrongful discharge and anti-retaliation provisions, tortuous interference with contract, and a brief Woodson update.) - Employment Contract and Restrictive Covenant Basics (employment contracts in NC, including formation and consideration issues, enforcement issues, restrictive covenants, and confidentiality clauses.) - Federal and State Wage and Hour Primer (Overtime, vacation time, commissions, wages, and more - heavily regulated world of the federal and NC wage and hour acts.)

22nd Annual NC/SC Labor and Employment Law Program and Annual Meeting

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Age Discrimination in Employment Law and Litigation

Abstract: With a rapid aging population and better health care, more people are staying in the workforce longer than before. This raises a series of issues for recruitment, hiring and training. This program will focus on trends in litigation in this area and developing best practices for employers to avoid age-based discrimination claims.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Update

Abstract: The ADA and the FMLA are two of the most comprehensive pieces of legislation affecting businesses today. Although enacted in the 1990s, each continue to be fertile sources of litigation challenging the human resources practices of businesses. This program will provide listeners with an update on recent case law interpreting both acts and practical advice for attorneys advising businesses on their compliance with the law. (tele seminar)

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure (2008 Ethics/Professionalism and Substance Abuse Awareness)

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Discovery Practice in Employment Litigation

Abstract: Discovery practice in employment litigation involves sensitive issues of employee privacy and the technological challenges of filter through vast tracks of electronic data, including e-mail, to identify telling pieces of evidence. This program will discuss discovery strategies, defending discovery requests, negotiating document production, and review developments in discovery practice. (telephone seminar)

Employee Health Insurance: A Guide for Practitioners Advising Businesses

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Employee Overtime: Determining Who is "Exempt"

Abstract: Whether an employee is entitled to overtime is a complicated legal question -- and, according to Labor Department audits, many employers are not properly classifying employees as exempt or non-exempt. This program will provide counsel advising employers with a real-world guide through governing Fair Labor Standards Act regulations in this area and advice on avoiding common pitfalls.

Employers & A Digital Workplace: How to Protect Your Trade Secrets in a Networked World

Abstract: The spread of digital and wireless technology has made business communication easier and more frequent than ever before. Although advances in technology have increased business efficiency, the wired workplace also threatens the ability of businesses to maintain secrecy of their trade secrets - the know-how, methods, practices, and other confidential information that forms of the basis of many service-based businesses. This program will explore the risks of employees exposing trade secrets - thereby jeopardizing the secrets' legal protection - in the wired workplace and options available to protect their valuable, if intangible, property. (tele seminar)

Ethical Issues in Employment Litigation

Abstract: The ethical issues for attorneys engaged in employment litigation are particularly acute because they often involve sensitive information about employees or employer practices. This program will analyze the series of ethical issues that are unique to employment law and litigation, including joint representation of employer and employee and the assertion of the joint defense privilege; the improper acquisition of privileged material related to an employee; and ethical considerations arising in settlement negotiations. (tele seminar)

Ethics in Employment Law & Litigation

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Evidentiary Problems in Employment Litigation

Abstract: Employment litigation often involves proving difficult legal elements like intent and always involves sensitive personnel issues and facts. These complications manifest themselves most prominently in the admission of evidence into a case. With a constant stream of new case law in this area, this program will focus on the use of personnel files, electronic evidence, statistical evidence, evidence of absence of bias, ulterior motives, and pre-trial investigations of personnel conduct or company conduct. (tele seminar)

Family & Employment Law: The EEOC's New Caregiving Enforcement Guidance in the Workplace

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How to Build and Manage an Employment Law Practice

Abstract: Written in a direct and accessible style, this guide distills 20 years of experience into the essentials that every employment lawyer needs to know. You'll avoid the most common mistakes that plague startup practices, and obtain valuable advice that can help you at every stage of your practice's growth. How to Build and Manage an Employment Law Practice provides you with practical, real-world advice from an employment law expert, covering situations ranging from the initial client consultation to the pros and cons of solo versus group practice. Plus, you'll get samples of the most common letters and agreements used in employment law as well as general practice, including demand letters, the EEOC charging document, and much more. You'll learn: what to expect from today's employment law practice; how to set up shop; how to effectively market your practice; the specific legal resources you'll need to know; how to select clients; how to manage your cases and workload; guidelines for handling financial concerns. Published by American Bar Association. 6x9 Paperback 176 pages.

Information Security for Lawyers and Law Firms

Abstract: Written for lawyers and lawfirms, this book provides sound advice and offers valuable guidelines and assistance to bridge the worlds of law and technology on important information security issues that face the legal professional every day. Content includes: The ethical duties of lawyers relating to securing their electronic information; How a small lawfirm can have reliable security; What are worms, Trojans, spyware, malware, spiders, key loggers and their implications; Is it safe to use wireless technology for the delivery of legal services; In large firms, what information security duties can be delegated; How lawyers and other law firm personnel can be trained in information security.

Light and Life at the End of the Tunnel: Resources to Aid Lawyers to Live Better Lives

Abstract: Unique Psychological Problems Facing Lawyers o Non-Traditional Health Care Providers o *Recovering from Debilitating Mental Conditions or Addictions o Resources Available to Firms to Enhance Lawyer Effectiveness and Address Lawyer Impairment o Scarface: Unmasking the Stigma (Live program luncheon keynote speaker) o How the State Bar Processes Impaired Lawyer Cases o Getting the Best Out of Your Brightest and Helping Them Get the Best Out of Themselves o The Firm's Response to the Impaired Lawyer (counseling, quality of life, impaired lawyers, substance abuse, ethics, treatment centers, depression, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, privacy issues, intervention, treatment, private health providers, counseling)

Problem Employees: Making the Case and Limiting Liability for Discharge

Abstract: Discharging an employee can be a task fraught with potential liability, contractual and statutory in nature, and which can disrupt a business' operations. This program will examine sources of liability and discuss techniques for minimizing that liability by incorporating best practices into workplace policies and procedures.

Religious Discrimination in the Workplace: Developments in Law

Abstract: One of the hottest topics in employment law and the workplace is the growing the extent to which employees can openly express their religious beliefs and employers may restrict that expression. This program will examine the law applicable to these questions and provide guidance about developing best practices to avoid complaints. The program will feature the participation of a senior official of the EEOC in Washington, D.C.

Retaliation Claims in Employment Litigation

Abstract: There has been a sharp rise in the number of retaliation claims according to the EEOC. This program will review the sources of liability for unlawful retaliation, including the Civil Rights Act, the ADEA, and the ADA, and discuss best practices for investigating and preventing retaliation in the workplace.

Retaliation Claims Update

Abstract: There have been several major developments in the area of retaliation claims, including a major new Supreme Court case. This program will review recent case-law and regulatory developments in this area, and analyze their practical impact on retaliation claims in various types of employment litigation.

Settlement Strategies in Employment Litigation

Abstract: The range of retirement plan options available to employers is vast -- and the various alternatives have a language all their own. The challenge for legal counsel is understanding the array of options available, their tax and non-tax advantages and disadvantages, and helping clients determine which is best for their employees and help them implement those plans. This program will review the major alternatives and discuss how they may be beneficial for various types of businesses.

The Cybersleuth's Guide to the Internet

Abstract: Much information once only available to professional researchers from expensive sources is now available for free on the Internet, if you know how to find it. This book will show you how to be a cyber-detective and unearth this information FREE (or at low cost!) on the Web. Also included is Levitt and Rosch's North Carolina-specific resource guide on CD. Fully bookmarked and searchable, the CD makes conducting Internet-based N.C. legal research a snap! The book includes examples based on real world research scenarios. Whether you're just starting to use the Internet for serious research or you're a seasoned online research veteran, this book can help you find what you're looking for fast and free. Learn how to use the same tools as skip tracers & private investigators. Find out How to Dig Up "Dirt" About Anyone; Uncover Information to Attack Someone's Credibility; Seek out the Smoking Gun; Mine the Web for Missing People; Discover Addresses (Home and Email); Find Phone Numbers (Even Cellular); Locate Aliases, Employer's Name; Glean Personal Information; Unearth Property Records; Access Public Records. Find free legal research like Full-Text Case Law Databases; Elusive Government Documents; Federal, State and Local Primary Law; Secondary Legal Resources (law review articles, legal news, etc.); Legal Practice Materials and more! (290 page soft cover)

The Electronic Evidence and Discovery Handbook Second Edition

Abstract: E-Discovery and the use of electronic evidence has increased dramatically over the past few years, but many lawyers still struggle with the complexities of dealing with electronic information. This comprehensive book provides lawyers with the templates they need to develop an effective E-Discovery strategy, and to frame appropriate E-Discovery requests. In addition to the ready-made forms, the authors also supply helpful information and commentary to bring you rapidly up to speed in the electronic discovery field. The accompanying CD-ROM features over 70 forms in Word format. Also included is an extensive electronic evidence case digest with over 200 cases summarized!?

The Identity Theft Protection Act of 2005: How Does This Impact the Practice of Law in North Carolina

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The Labor and Employment Lawyer's Job: A Survival Guide- Dipanwita Deb Amar

Abstract: This guide gives basic direction on assignments that new labor and employment lawyers are likely to receive. It also provides tips for honing in on the precise questions that need to be asked-- whether of another lawyer in one's firm or an outside entity-- and devising a framework for addressing them. Divided into three parts, it covers: Preliminary Matters- issues that might arise before an employment matter becomes a court action; Employment Litigation- major issues that frequently recur, but are not always recognized or properly treated; Substantive Law- areas that you are likely to encounter in the practice of labor and employment law.

The Lawyer's Guide to Fact Finding on the Internet, Third Edition

Abstract: The most user-friendly Internet research book available for legal professionals today. A complete hands-on guide that shares the secrets, shortcuts, and realities of conducting fact finding on the Internet. Written for legal professionals, this comprehensive desk reference lists, categorizes, and describes hundreds of free and fee-based Internet sites. Useful for investigations, depositions, trial presentations, medical research, gathering competitive intelligence, finding expert witnesses, fact checking of all kinds. Includes information on browsers, search engines, Weblogs, library databases, public records. Includes CD of all links mentioned in book. Select relevant research sources; Access subjects guides, newsgroups, and listserves; Find experts; Research companies, public records; Conduct medical, statistical, international research. Icon system immediately identifies free & free-with-registration sites, pay sites; practical tips & advice on using specific sites; an easy-to-use topical structure, organized the way lawyers think, starting with the best sites first; over 150 screen shots of Web sites; and over 700 pages of factual categories & updated URLs. Stop wasting time on the Internet, and make the Internet work for you! With purchase receive free subscription to bi-monthly e-mail newsletter updating the book: A $99 value.

The World at Your Doorstep: Immigration Law Aspects of Employment and Business Transactions

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Wage & Hour Update: New Overtime Rules and Other Developments From the Workplace

Abstract: After intense congressional and administrative struggle, the U.S. the Department of Labor promulgated final regulations modifying the definitions of who is an "exempt" employee for wage and hour purposes. The new regulations work the first modification of the "exempt" employee definition in decades and are highly controversial among labor unions and others. Among other changes, the new rules move more "new economy" workers into the "exempt" category. After decades of reliance on interpretations of existing regulations, employers are struggling to timely implement the new rules. This program will feature the new wage and hour regulations, but also provide an update on related law affecting employee compensation. (tele seminar)

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