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2024 Labor and Employment Law eConference

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2024 Labor and Employment Law eConference
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UT Law CLE's 31st Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference is the premier program on employment law practice in Texas. By bringing together leading members of the bar, personnel experts, and in-house counsel, the conference offers timely updates, emerging trends, and the variety of perspectives practitioners need. Topics will include:
 
  • NLRB: An Inside the Beltway Perspective on Federal Labor Policy
  • What's Weird About Texas
  • Yet Another Acrimonious Election Year: The Challenge of Political Talk at Work (and On Social Media)
  • The New World of Pregnancy Accommodations
  • It Says What?
  • Retaliation: Still the Most Attractive Claim for Plaintiffs and Most Complicated for Defendants
  • What’s It Going to Take: Settlement Value/Monetizing Your Case
  • Groff v. DeJoy: A Year Later and Other Emerging Issues in Religious Accommodation
  • AI: Promising and Problematic 
  • Ethics: Officer of the Court

Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 13.50 | 2.50 ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • Specialization: Civil Appellate Law | Civil Trial Law | Labor and Employment Law
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 6/30/2025

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1. Federal Employment Law Update (Jul 2024)

Luke MacDowall, Elizabeth "BB" Sanford

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Federal Employment Law Update (Jul 2024)

Analyze recent U.S. Supreme Court and Fifth Circuit decisions, federal legislative developments, and administrative actions.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Luke MacDowall, Littler Mendelson P.C. - Houston, TX
Elizabeth "BB" Sanford, The Sanford Firm - Dallas, TX

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2. State Employment Law Update: Texas and Beyond (Jul 2024)

Clara "C. B." Burns

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State Employment Law Update: Texas and Beyond (Jul 2024)

Examine employment-related developments under Texas state law, including a discussion of significant new Texas cases. Also, explore important trends developing in other states, and what they might mean for Texas.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Clara "C. B." Burns, Kemp Smith LLP - El Paso, TX

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3. Developments In Wage-Hour Compliance and FLSA Litigation (Jul 2024)

Kimberly Miers

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Developments In Wage-Hour Compliance and FLSA Litigation (Jul 2024)

An overview of annual developments in the field of wage-and-hour law, including case law updates, regulatory changes, and more.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Kimberly Miers, Littler Mendelson P.C. - Austin, TX

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4. Major Developments Under the NLRA Amid the Resurgence of Organized Labor (Jul 2024)

Robert E. Sheeder, Rod Tanner

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Major Developments Under the NLRA Amid the Resurgence of Organized Labor (Jul 2024)

NLRB Update: A detailed review of the numerous changes that affect unionized and non-unionized workers and employers that have occurred in the last 12 months under the National Labor Relations Act. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Robert E. Sheeder, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP - Dallas, TX
Rod Tanner, Tanner and Associates, PC - Fort Worth, TX

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5. NLRB: An Inside the Beltway Perspective on the New Direction of Federal Labor Policy (Jul 2024)

John F. Ring

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NLRB: An Inside the Beltway Perspective on the New Direction of Federal Labor Policy (Jul 2024)

The new NLRB majority is pushing beyond traditional boundaries in its effort to transform federal labor policy affecting both union and non-union workplaces. Review the most significant recent developments and discuss other potential future changes.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

John F. Ring, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, and Former Chairman, NLRB - Washington, DC

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6. Groff v. DeJoy: A Year Later and Other Emerging Issues in Religious Accommodation (Jul 2024)

David Schlottman

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Groff v. DeJoy: A Year Later and Other Emerging Issues in Religious Accommodation (Jul 2024)

In 2023, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in Groff v. DeJoy and reversed years of precedent concerning religious accommodations. Explore how lower courts have been applying this new standard and discuss other emerging issues in religious accommodation, including the potential implications of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

David Schlottman, Jackson Walker LLP - Dallas, TX

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7. Retaliation: Still the Most Attractive Claim for Plaintiffs and Most Complicated for Defendants (Jul 2024)

Sarah Glaser

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Retaliation: Still the Most Attractive Claim for Plaintiffs and Most Complicated for Defendants (Jul 2024)

Don’t get mad. Get even. Retaliation is in a league all its own, but almost always included with other claims. How is it different, and how does that impact the guidance we give our clients?

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Sarah Glaser, Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, P.C. - Austin, TX

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8. The New World of Pregnancy Accommodations (Jul 2024)

Abigail Madrigal

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The New World of Pregnancy Accommodations (Jul 2024)

Explore the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) effective in June 2023, the EEOC’s new accompanying regulations to the PWFA, and the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act effective in December 2022. Walk away with an understanding of the new requirements imposed on employers and what changes may need to be made to current policies and practices. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Abigail Madrigal, Schmoyer Reinhard LLP - San Antonio, TX

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9. Yet Another Acrimonious Election Year: The Challenge of Political Talk at Work (and On Social Media) (Jul 2024)

Erika Leonard

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Yet Another Acrimonious Election Year: The Challenge of Political Talk at Work (and On Social Media) (Jul 2024)

Discussions of political and social issues continue to dominate our newsfeeds and social media, and are sure to heat up heading into the election this Fall. When those discussions boil over into the workplace, it can be challenging for employers to balance employees’ exercise of self-expression with maintaining a respectful and productive workplace. Join us for a discussion of the legal issues around workplace expression in a charged political climate, including protected concerted activity, free speech implications, workplace respect and social media policies, and claims of retaliation.  

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Erika Leonard, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. - Austin, TX

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10. We’re Still Trying to Figure It Out: Best Practices and Legal Compliance in the Evolving World of Remote Work (Jul 2024)

Christopher H. Hahn

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We’re Still Trying to Figure It Out: Best Practices and Legal Compliance in the Evolving World of Remote Work (Jul 2024)

Out of state remote workers pose many challenges for employment law compliance. Discuss lingering issues for employers, employees, and the lawyers who advise them.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Christopher H. Hahn, Dell Technologies - Round Rock, TX

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11. What’s It Going to Take: Settlement Value/Monetizing Your Case (Jul 2024)

Malinda A. Gaul

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What’s It Going to Take: Settlement Value/Monetizing Your Case (Jul 2024)

As lawyers return to the courtroom after the pandemic slow down, we are seeing large verdicts being returned by juries. Has that affected the settlement value of employment cases? The late Phil Durst had a very popular presentation as to how lawyers value cases. We will apply the Phil Durst Principles to see how lawyers are valuing cases today. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Malinda A. Gaul, Gaul and Dumont - San Antonio, TX

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12. The New Balkans: Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenants Under Siege Yet Still Commonplace (Jul 2024)

Kenneth D. Hughes

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The New Balkans: Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenants Under Siege Yet Still Commonplace (Jul 2024)

Differences amongst the 50 states regarding non-competes creates uncertainty for 30 million employees. Now, the Federal Trade Commission has proposed a rule to ban non-competes. Discuss these developments and focus on recent Texas cases. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Kenneth D. Hughes, Ken Hughes PLLC - Houston, TX

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13. Why It's Best to Have a Lawyer on the Other Side: Dealing with Pro Se Plaintiffs and Lawyer-Less Defendants (Jul 2024)

Michael Twomey

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Why It's Best to Have a Lawyer on the Other Side: Dealing with Pro Se Plaintiffs and Lawyer-Less Defendants (Jul 2024)

A discussion of the ethical considerations when dealing with pro se litigants and zealously representing your client.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Michael Twomey, Kane Russell Coleman & Logan PC - Houston, TX

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14. Public Sector Update (Jul 2024)

Natalie G. DeLuca, Robert W. Schmidt

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Public Sector Update (Jul 2024)

Hear the latest on matters affecting government employees, including developments in the First Amendment, due process, privacy, political patronage, and state law protections in the public workplace.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Natalie G. DeLuca, Harris County Attorney's Office - Houston, TX
Robert W. Schmidt, Robert W. Schmidt Law Firm - Austin, TX

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15. The Evolving Law of Disability Discrimination and Accommodation (Jul 2024)

Amber K. Dodds, Laura M. Merritt

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The Evolving Law of Disability Discrimination and Accommodation (Jul 2024)

A comprehensive review of significant regulatory and court developments under the Americans with Disabilities Act and insights into emerging disability issues.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Amber K. Dodds, Bracewell LLP - San Antonio, TX
Laura M. Merritt, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX

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16. It Says What? (Jul 2024)

Amanda Hernandez

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It Says What? (Jul 2024)

Cases, statutes, and rules that you were surprised to learn.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Amanda Hernandez, AH LAW, PLLC - Houston, TX

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17. When Bad Things Happen to Good Employers: Crisis Management Strategies (Jul 2024)

Jennifer M. Trulock, Mark Annick, Allison L. Bowers

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When Bad Things Happen to Good Employers: Crisis Management Strategies (Jul 2024)

Employment law issues can quickly become a crisis. This panel discusses how to manage an issue early and proactively, investigation challenges and strategies, communications planning, external/internal reporting and communications, and privilege implications. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Jennifer M. Trulock, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP - Dallas, TX
Mark Annick, Androvett - Dallas, TX
Allison L. Bowers, Hutcheson | Bowers LLLP - Austin, TX

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18. What's Weird About Texas (Jul 2024)

E. Phileda Tennant

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What's Weird About Texas (Jul 2024)

Texas has some unique employment laws that may catch multi-state employers off guard. Topics include (i) sexual harassment investigations; (ii) non-competition agreements; and (iii) firearms in the workplace. 

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

E. Phileda Tennant, Vinson & Elkins LLP - Houston, TX

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19. AI: Promising and Problematic  (Jul 2024)

Wesley L. Nute, Jr.

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AI: Promising and Problematic  (Jul 2024)

Hear legal and practical issues with generative artificial intelligence for employers and employees. Learn best practices for drafting acceptable use policies and procedures and human resources training for hiring and promotion of employees.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Wesley L. Nute, Jr., Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Muñoz, P.C. - Plano, TX

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20. Ethics: Officer of the Court (Jul 2024)

Jason Boulette

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Ethics: Officer of the Court (Jul 2024)

Explore the ethical obligations of attorneys as officers of the court, with a particular focus on the obligations of an attorney toward the bench.

Originally presented: May 2024 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX