Sessions
Concurrent Session
When Enough Is (Not) Enough: Today’s Legal Landscape in Workplace Flexibility
Congressional B
Tuesday 03/15/2016 02:15 PM - 03:45 PM
1.50 SHRM PDCs, 1.50 HR Credit
| Competencies: HR Expertise, Consultation, Business Acumen
| Intended Audience: Mid-Level
Workplace Application:
You will gain an understanding of current trends in workplace flexibility initiatives as well as what’s on the legislative agenda.
This interactive program compares and contrasts current litigation, legislation and regulations related to workplace flexibility and compliance. You will review case studies and consider current and trending legal pitfalls in workflex programs and practices, including but not limited to:
- (Un)paid leave programs, flexible work schedules and FLSA compliance.
- Workflex under the FMLA and as an ADA reasonable accommodation.
- Unintended consequences under Title VII, the PDA and the EPA.
- Proactive steps to enhance workplace policies, procedures and practices.
- Anticipated legislative and regulatory actions.
