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Attorney Panel
by Wayne YoungJane KimCindy Kolb

Hear from some of the state’s most prominent employment law attorneys about new laws, new interpretations of existing laws and emerging best practices in employment law compliance. The panel will explore employment law and HR legal trends on th…Read more »

DOL/NLRA Updates
by Stacia CambellRosalinda RoperDaveante Jones

This session will explore what issues the DOL and NLRA are prioritizing currently, recent NLRB decisions/guidance that might be relevant to union and non-union employers, recent court decisions and DOL guidance that might be relevant to employers, an…Read more »

EEOC Report
by William Cash

The presentation gives the audience an overview of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. It will provide an overview of the current priorities and initiatives that guides the direction of the agency. In addition, it will highlight new trends a…Read more »

Employee Benefits Rules -- What Is
by Andrew Malahowski

We've all seen Schoolhouse Rock! So, we know how a bill becomes a law. But in the world of employee benefits, it's what happens at the administrative agency level that matters most. Agency regulations, subregulatory guidance, standards of interpretat…Read more »

Legislative Panel
by Roby BrockJimmy GazawayAshley HudsonAaron PilkingtonLes Warren

Legislative and regulatory action impacts our communities, our employees and the management of our workplaces. The legislative panel is designed to ensure that Arkansas HR professionals are informed of legislative, regulatory and legal action at the …Read more »

Mock EEOC/Internal Investigation
by Abtin MehdizadeganCara Butler

The opening session of the Mock EEOC/Internal Investigation will introduce a factual scenario that leadsto an employment discrimination/retaliation charge. This will be followed by an attorney-led discussion about what employers should have on their …Read more »

Mock EEOC/Internal Investigation Analysis
by William CashAbtin Mehdizadegan

This session will provide legal and EEOC agency insight about how employers and HR professionals should prepare for and respond to the EEOC charge and handle related internal investigation presented in the morning session.…Read more »

Politics in the Workplace: Key Things for Every Business to Know
by Stuart Jackson

With election season in full swing, navigating the complexities of political discussion in the workplace is a critical HR skill. The risk of encountering volatile situations among employees is higher, and understanding the legal nuances is paramount …Read more »

Strategic Solutions: Navigating Employee Accommodations under ADA, PWFA, and the Interplay with FMLA and STD Benefits
by Mike Moore

How to navigate the issues presented with employees seeking/needing accommodations under either ADA or the PWFA. Also discussing the overlap with FMLA and employer provided STD benefits.…Read more »