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    Chapter Program - "The Plaintiff's Perspective - Here's Why We Sue You"

    Date: January 16, 2018, 8:00am – 9:00am
    Organizer:
    HRMA of Northwest Missouri
    Location:
    empowerU
    518 S 6th St
    St Joseph, MO 64501
    https://www.heartlandfoundation.org/
    Event Type:
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    HRMA of Northwest Missouri Presents:

    "The Plaintiff's Perspective - Here's Why We Sue You"


    January 16, 2018
    7:45am - Breakfast Begins
    8:00-9:00am - Program
    empowerU
    518 S 6th St
    St Joseph, MO 64501

    Program Description:

    Hear from a plaintiff attorney on what employers do most that makes them want to file suit against them. Learn about these common pitfalls and what you can do to mitigate your company's employment claims. 


    Presenter Information:

     
     
    Anne E. Baggott, Of Counsel

    Anne helps employers implement practical solutions to workplace issues while remaining compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws. Anne has wide-ranging experience with day-to-day human resources and employment counseling. She develops policies and handbooks and trains employees and managers in the multitude of laws that apply to the employment relationship. Anne also advises clients regarding various employment agreements.

    When claims occur, Anne represents her clients in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies. She has obtained successful trial verdicts and dispositive motions in litigation involving:

    • sexual harassment;
    • sex, race, disability, and age discrimination;
    • retaliation and whistleblowing;
    • non-compete agreements and restrictive covenants; and
    • wage and hour disputes.

    Anne conducts independent workplace investigations. Her extensive employment litigation experience gives her real-world insight when conducting workplace investigations into internal employee complaints, third-party complaints, and lawsuits alleging employee or employer misconduct. Anne performs fact-finding investigations and makes objective written findings and recommendations. She works with her clients to assess exposure, if any, and implement recommendations noted during the investigation. Anne also provides on-going advice and counseling with the goal of minimizing any future claims.


    Recertification Information:

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

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


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    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