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    Lunch Series: "Solving Difficult Leave of Absence Issues to Minimize Liability"

    Date: June 16, 2015, 11:30am – 1:00pm
    Organizer:
    HRMA of Northwest Missouri
    Location:
    emPowerU
    Innovation Room
    518 S. 6th St
    St Joseph, MO 64507
    ph: 800-447-1083
    www.heartlandfoundation.org
    Event Type:
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    HRMA of Northwest Missouri's Lunch Learning Series Presents:

    "Solving Difficult Leave of Absence Issues to Minimize Liability"

    June 16, 2015
    11:30 - 12:00pm - Lunch
    12:00 - 1:00pm - Program

    emPowerU
    Innovation Room
    518 S. 6th St
    St Joseph, MO 64507
    www.heartlandfoundation.org 

    Program Description:

    Attendees will learn about the following; increased scrutiny over leave issues due to DOL and EEOC enforcement, the “basic toolkit” for leave issues (ADA and FMLA), the different processes for ADA and FMLA allegations, FMLA restoration rights, FMLA anti-retaliation rights, individual and entity liability under FMLA, ADA amendments (the statute is now more pro-employee), ADA and reasonable accommodation options/obligations, no right to indefinite leave; no right to  ADA leave where it creates undue hardship, finer points of returning employee from ADA leave – possible temporary replacements (LNDR for same), update on interactive reasonable accommodation process and steps to take, practical “what to do” steps if employee advisees of an impairment that may not necessarily be a disability, and several step-by-step scenarios for various day-to-day fact changes for an employee who is on leave including as many ADA and FMLA issues as possible with various options under the statutes. 

    Presenter Information:

     Carol Barnett, Attorney  

    Carol Barnett’s proven ability in negotiating the ever-changing landscape of employment law helps clients save time and money. Carol’s background in human resources for a Fortune 500 company prior to attending law school, as well as substantial trial experience make her uniquely qualified to advise clients and litigate on their behalf.

    Carol’s background and skills are recognized by Chambers USA, where she was ranked as one of America’s leading lawyers in labor and employment for the Kansas City and surrounding area in 2013. She is also a prior recipient of recognition by Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers. She is most proud, however, of the relationships she has established with clients and the trust they place in her to provide timely and accurate legal advice, as well as trial work tailored to their needs.

    Carol was a law clerk to an Illinois State Supreme Court Justice upon graduation from the University of Illinois Law School in 1983 and has served as a member of the University of Illinois Law Review and other legal publications; she has received significant academic honors. She enjoys applying these skills to achieve optimal results for clients, such as grants of summary judgment.

    Carol’s areas of focus include ADA, FMLA, Title VII, Missouri Human Rights Act, retaliatory discharge, wage and hour issues, and hostile work environment, including both state and federal court litigation, as well as agency charges.

    Recertification Information:

    HRMA of Northwest Missouri is recognized by SHRM to offer 1.5 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.

    This program has been submitted for 1 General PHR/SPHR/GPHR recertification credit through hrci.org

    Registration: 

    • Members: $16.00
    • Guests: $21.00

    In support the SHRM Foundation, we will be holding a fundraiser and drawing at this event. Please bring your donation dollars to contribute to this worthy cause. 

    Questions? Contact Us: nwmohrma@gmail.com