This session will present a practical discussion on how to conduct an employment-related investigation. The session will focus on walking participants through a case scenario. The scenario and discussion will include the following issues: harassment, social media, email, disability, performance management and

While living through the COVID-19 disaster declaration in Illinois, park district executive directors have implemented difficult employment decisions regarding staffing, COVID testing, quarantining, and vaccine mandates. Even park district patrons have shouldered less-than-perfect COVID-related services and rules to avoid infection. Now, in

In this session, we will take a practical review of how to avoid willful and wanton liability. We will explore risk management principles and legal best practices as the seasons and activities change from aquatics and day camps in the summer months

In 1975, “pay for performance” was introduced to the world of compensation. Over 45 years later, organizations struggle to make this process more effective, especially during and after the pandemic. This session will focus on the critical elements of a performance pay

Are you looking for new ways to motivate your staff? In this session, Ruby will offer successful examples of how she helped the San Antonio Spurs and Tampa Bay Lightning design an employee recognition program to enhance the guest experience at the

This session will focus on preventing, responding to, and defending against harassment and discrimination claims that arise in the workplace. The interactive presentation will take audience members through real-life scenarios and provide best practices for avoiding pitfalls others have faced. Learning Outcomes:

In this session, Franczek attorneys Jennifer Dunn and Tracey Truesdale will discuss hiring best practices and legal limitations, including the use of criminal background checks and the “statutory six,” drug testing and applicant marijuana use, interview do’s and don’ts, and issues unique

This presentation will identify sexual harassment in the workplace and how public employers can limit or avoid this type of liability. We will discuss implementing policies and procedures to address sexual harassment and provide practical tips to mitigate liability. Attendees will have

Employers often struggle to navigate requests from employees for time off from work. Is the leave paid or unpaid? Should the leave be designated as FMLA? What documents can I request from the employee to support their leave request? Unfortunately for employers,

Are you interested in learning about your IMRF benefits? This seminar will cover IMRF benefits and the popular Voluntary Additional Contributions program. Learning Outcomes: – Learn about the four different benefits that are part of IMRF. – Learn about the Voluntary Additional