Invitation to our webinar on
Tuesday, January 12, 2021, 10 a.m. PT 
  
2021 Legal Kaleidoscope:

Navigating Changes, Challenges, and Opportunities

As we continue to maintain COVID-19 related social distancing, the Employer Advisory Council (EAC) of Alameda County and the Employment Development Department (EDD) want to support you and your company with virtual educational opportunities. Join the webinar to hear from employment law specialist and attorney Jason Geller of the law firm Fisher Phillips on potential changes and shifts in the 2021 employment legislation.
Date, Time, and Presentation Mode
Date / Time:
Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 10 a.m. PT.

Presentation mode:
Online webinar. Please register with the button below.
About the Presenter
Jason Geller is the managing partner of Fisher Phillips LLC, San Francisco. Jason represents employers in all facets of employment law matters. He has defended employers against class and individual wage and hour claims, including claims for alleged misclassification of exempt and independent contractor status, and failure to pay overtime and provide meal periods and rest breaks. Jason also frequently defends employers in whistleblowing and retaliation claims.
What to expect
Content

The past year has been a year filled with unprecedented challenges for the entire country. California in particular has weathered the COVID-19 pandemic, continuing wildfires, and more. The California Legislature has remained busy by enacting new legislation for 2021 that greatly impacts employers of all sizes. This webinar conducted by Jason Geller, partner of the law firm Fisher Phillips, will analyze significant new legislation that will affect California employers in the new year. You’ll learn how to protect your operations, plan, and be ahead of the game.

Learning outcomes:

  • The new 2021 employment environment.
  • The unknown - what is likely to change.
  • How to prepare for compliance.
  • Important issues to keep in mind.
  • Best practices to avoid common pitfalls and other dangers.
  • How to avoid and prevent expensive litigation.
  • And more! 

Professionals like you constitute the first line of defense when it comes to helping your company and agency avoid employment litigation.
Educational Rating
SHRM and HRCI Credits

This webinar is important for professionals working in human resources management and related areas as you can earn Professional Development Credits (PDCs) under the learning schemes of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) and the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).

HRCI credit: This seminar is pre-approved for (California) re-certification credit hours toward Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and Certified Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. The activity number for your HRCI credit is provided after you attend this seminar.

SHRM credit:  This seminar is pre-approved for Professional Development Credits.The activity number for your PDC credit is provided after you attend this seminar.

E-Certificate of Completion: An e-certificate of completion is provided by request only after you attend the entire workshop. Send an e-mail request to EAC of Alameda County Coordinator hans.boehm@edd.ca.gov 

Agenda
Agenda 

  • 9:55 a.m. Webinar begins and welcome
  • 10:00 a.m. Presentation begins
  • 11:15 a.m. Closing comments, questions, and answers 

This webinar is at no cost.
Registration is online only. 
2021 Membership
Renew or join as a member of the EAC of Alameda County. Our 2021 Membership Benefits Package (MBP) comprises a bundle of outstanding features:
  • Access to the unique training and learning suite.
  • Extending the skill-set with educational modules of the "Employment Life Cycle" program.
  • Statutory compliance training.
  • A strong representation in various employer interest groups.
  • Access hotlines, consultation, and business triage services.
  • One year calendar membership for all employees of the company or agency.
  • And much more!

Become a member and access the unique MBP with all features by selecting Join EAC Alameda.
2021 Webinar Events Schedule
For more information about our 2021 training and learning program "Education is Power" please check out our 2021 events schedule by selecting 2021 Events.
If you have any questions about the EAC of Alameda membership, or the webinar registration, please contact EAC Coordinator Hans Boehm at hans.boehm@edd.ca.gov.

We look forward to your registration.
Sincerely, 
Hans Boehm
Employer Advisory Council of Alameda County (EAC Alameda County) / EDD

Contact:
hans.boehm@edd.ca.gov
1-510-564-0524
This employer event is provided for education and information purposes only; it does not constitute an endorsement of the curriculum or speakers by the State of California EDD or by the EAC. Aside from staff designated to represent the EDD, we assume no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of the materials provided during this event.

The EDD, an equal opportunity employer/program, is a partner in this event. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Requests for services, aids, and/or alternate formats need to be made prior to the event by calling 1-510-794-3664. TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at 711.