2022 Labor and Employment Law eConference

State ​Employment Law Update: Texas and Beyond (Jun 2022)

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 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Christopher Benoit, Coyle & Benoit, PLLC - El Paso, TX
Clara "C. B." Burns, Kemp Smith LLP - El Paso, TX

Federal ​Employment Law Update (Jun 2022)

Analyze recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, federal legislative developments, and administrative action.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Danielle K. Herring, Littler Mendelson P.C. - Houston, TX
Elizabeth "BB" Sanford, The Sanford Firm - Dallas, TX

Wage ​and Hour Update (Jun 2022)

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

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

David Schlottman, Jackson Walker LLP - Dallas, TX

Remote Workers: Not as Simple as You Think (Jun 2022)

The COVID-19 pandemic forced most employers to embrace work being done remotely, but few realized the consequences of allowing work to be performed across state lines as their teams scattered. This presentation identifies the trips and traps of this new way to work and provides resources to keep you in compliance with new legal obligations triggered by the exodus.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Audrey E. Mross, Munck Wilson Mandala, LLP - Dallas, TX

The New Landscape for Sexual Harassment Claims in Texas (Jun 2022)

Texas lawmakers have recently expanded the protections for employees asserting sexual harassment claims. Analyze the new longer statute of limitations, broader definition of employer, potential individual liability, heightened duty to respond, and more.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Harrison M. Smith, Schmoyer Reinhard LLP - Fort Worth, TX

NLRB Update (Jun 2022)

A detailed discussion of the dramatic 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 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

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

Union Organizer (Jun 2022)

Learn how changes and attitudes are impacting union organizing from an organizer’s perspective.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Bridget Fitzgerald, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers - Upper Marlboro, MD

Lessons Learned from the Pandemic (Jun 2022)

The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented challenges for individuals and organizations alike. This panel discusses real-world dilemmas from the perspectives of a prominent disability rights advocate, senior in-house counsel, and experienced defense counsel.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Vianei Lopez Braun, Decker Jones, P.C. - Fort Worth, TX
Lia Sifuentes Davis, Disability Rights Texas - Austin, TX
Danielle Needham, Bell Flight - Fort Worth, TX

ESG and Employment Lawyers (Jun 2022)

While ESG (environmental, social, and governance) disclosures appear to be the province of corporate and environmental lawyers in reporting on sustainability factors, employment lawyers should focus on “S” and “G” reporting metrics. These metrics, which often are public even if a company is privately held, may be used in litigation and include human capital disclosures about how a company treats its employees, working conditions, health and safety policies, diversity statistics, and planned recruitment and retention efforts.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Jennifer M. Trulock, Baker Botts - Dallas, TX
Katrina S. Patrick, Law Offices of Katrina Patrick - Bellaire, TX

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Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

The Fundamentals of Early Dispute Resolution (Jun 2022)

Early Dispute Resolution (or EDR) seeks to short-circuit the traditional litigation model and provide parties with methods, optimally using the services of a trained neutral, to resolve almost all disputes within 30-60 days at a fraction of the cost.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Michael A. Hawash, Hawash Houston Mediation LLC - Houston, TX
Paul D. Clote, Attorney at Law - Houston, TX

Service and Emotional Support Animals in the Workplace (Jun 2022)

Discussion of federal and Texas laws pertaining to service, assistance, and emotional support animals in the workplace.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Randall E. Turner, Law Offices of Randall E. Turner, PLLC - Fort Worth, TX

Public ​Sector Update (Jun 2022)

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 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

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

Developments ​in Disability Discrimination Law (Jun 2022)

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

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Amber K. Dodds, Bracewell LLP - San Antonio, TX
James H. Kizziar Jr., Bracewell LLP - San Antonio, TX

Pretext (Jun 2022)

Examples of pretext and review of case authority from a workers-side attorney. 

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Amanda Hernandez, AH LAW, PLLC - Houston, TX

Whistleblowers (Jun 2022)

A plaintiff-side and defense-side lawyer discuss protections and pitfalls for individuals and employers under state and federal whistleblower statutes.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Drew L. Harris, Office of the Attorney General - Austin, TX
Austin Kaplan, Kaplan Law Firm - Austin, TX

Trade Secret and Non-Compete Update (Jun 2022)

Review a summary of recent developments in trade secret and non-compete cases. Hear both the employer and employee perspectives, as well as an analysis of recent cases involving injunctive relief, damages, and other issues.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Tom Nesbitt, DeShazo & Nesbitt LLP - Austin, TX
Carlos R. Soltero, Soltero Sapire Murrell PLLC - Austin, TX

Retaliation: Winning the Battle, Losing the War (Jun 2022)

Why is retaliation the most dangerous cause of action, and what can you do about it?

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Katrina Grider, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Houston, TX

Deep Dive on Accommodations (Jun 2022)

An employer’s legal obligation to accommodate employees’ unique needs can be confusing, surprising, and sometimes contradictory. Hear lawyers from both the employer and employee side as they discuss the practical application of the complex framework of disability, religion, and other circumstances that can require an employer to make adjustments to business as usual.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Malinda A. Gaul, Gaul and Dumont - San Antonio, TX
Laura M. Merritt, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX

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Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

What Do You Mean I’m a Witness? (Jun 2022)

Lawyers, particularly outside litigation counsel, sometimes operate under the mistaken impression that their role as counsel shields them from being called to testify as a witness. Explore the circumstances under which an attorney can be called to testify as a witness, including as a witness in proceedings in which the attorney is serving as an advocate. This session also touches upon the intersection between an attorney’s first-hand factual knowledge and the protections of the attorney-client privilege.

Originally presented: May 2022 Labor and Employment Law Conference

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

Post-COVID Jury Verdicts (Jul 2023)

The presentation will be a survey and discussion of trends in post-COVID verdicts in employment cases.

Originally presented: Jun 2023 Labor and Employment Law Conference

Brian Sanford, The Sanford Firm - Dallas, TX

War Stories, Trial Tips, and Trial Skills Comparison: New vs. Established (Jul 2023)

Two trial lawyers discuss tried and true methods for winning jury trials.

Originally presented: Jun 2023 Labor and Employment Law Conference

John W. Griffin Jr., Marek, Griffin & Knaupp - Victoria, TX
Deontae Wherry, Rob Wiley, P.C. - Dallas, TX