FROM THE HR EXPERTS AT HR SPECIALIST
FMLA in 2009
New Pitfalls … and New Powers
Join us for this up-to-the-minute event!

 

 
"The new rules drastically change the way much of the FMLA works. Some changes favor employers by offering greater flexibility in administering leave. But it's imperative that HR professionals move quickly to update their policies so they don't inadvertently violate the law."
-- Matthew Effland, Esq.


For the past 15 years, complying with the FMLA has been complex, but at least the law (once you figured it out) stayed the same.

On January 16th, that all changes.

That’s the day the first major overhaul of the FMLA kicks in. So you’ll quickly need to make important changes to your FMLA policies and practices to stay in compliance—and out of court.

More than a dozen changes to the FMLA affect everything from military-leave rules to notice obligations to certification procedures.

The good news is: organizations like yours have been handed new powers … if you know how to tiptoe between the landmines.

Don’t get caught off-guard with your boss asking, “Why didn’t we know about that?” Register for FMLA in 2009: New Pitfalls … and New Powers. This event is hosted by attorney Matthew Effland, who gave the primary FMLA presentation at this year’s Society for Human Resource Management conference. 

This informative 75-minute interactive audio conference will show you:

  • How to comply with the new military-family leave law. It contains some legal traps — and surprises.
     
  • Which new poster requirements are needed for compliance — and the proper language to revise your handbooks.
     
  • How notification rules have changed … for the better. With a few simple precautions, you can now “get tough” with employees who don’t give advanced notice of FMLA leave.
     
  • What now counts as an FMLA-qualifying “serious” health condition.
     
  • New actions you can take with certification forms to detect – and defeat – fraud.
     
  • Whether you can talk directly to your employee’s doctor about FMLA forms (the law has changed!)

As an added bonus, you’ll have the opportunity to pose your specific questions to an employment law attorney who specializes in FMLA compliance. This valuable benefit is included at no additional charge.

The new FMLA rules are 762 pages long and more than two years in the making. They require your organization to make important changes. But don’t waste your time trying to sort them out for yourself – let a real expert put them in plain English for you and explain how your company should respond.

We hope that you will join us on January 8!

Sincerely,



Pat DiDomenico
Editorial Director, HR Specialist

P.S. Your satisfaction is unconditionally guaranteed. If FMLA in 2009: New Pitfalls … and New Powers fails to meet your needs, we will refund 100% of your tuition – no hassles, no questions asked.

 
 

Date: Thursday, January 8
Time: 1:00 - 2:15 p.m. ET

Credit Hours:
This event has been approved for 1.25 recertification credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).

Early-Registration Bonus: FMLA Compliance Guide: Practical Advice on Managing Family and Medical Leave. Get the quick-reference guide at your fingertips. Register now, and we'll send you your copy – a $29.95 value – FREE on the day of the event!

Who Should Attend:
  • Executives
  • HR professionals
  • Supervisors and managers
  • Business owners
Since this is an audio conference, you and your entire staff can attend in the comfort of your office or conference room for one low price! You may include as many people as you wish while listening on a single phone line.
 

About the Speaker:
Matthew Effland, a shareholder with Ogletree Deakins, represents employers in employment law litigation and provides training to managers around the country. He has spoken at numerous seminars on the topic of FMLA compliance, including his popular “FMLA in the Real World” session at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) annual convention. He recently co-authored The Indiana Employer’s Guide to the FMLA. Mr. Effland is also an advisor to The HR Specialist: Employment Law newsletter.

Pricing Options :
(unlimited number of participants):
Event only $197
CD only $197
Event + CD $297

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This event is sponsored by:
The National Institute of Business Management
Leading Managers Since 1937
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