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Employment Matters

Employment Law Alliancewww.ela.law
An Employment Law podcast series for human resource executives and in-house counsel which features conversations with labor and employment lawyers with global expertise on key employment law topics and trends, immigration news and other important HR legal solutions for global and multinational companies.
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Episodes

Episode 202: The Narcissistic Executive

Transformational leaders challenge the status quo, provide a vision of a promising future, and inspire their followers to join in the pursuit of a better world. But many of these leaders also fit the American Psychiatric Association classification for Narcissistic Personality Disorder. They are grandiose, entitled, self-confident, risk seeking, manipulative, and hostile. In this webinar to podcast, Professor Chatman reviews what we know about why we are often susceptible to (mis)perceiving narci...

Dec 17, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 202

Episode 201: Employer Considerations on Vaccination Policies

In this episode, we share an update on considerations for employers regarding vaccination policies in the context of COVID-19. Download Cline Williams' E-Alert on COVID-19 Vaccination Policies here . Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Tara Stingley ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP / Nebraska) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to recei...

Dec 16, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 201

Episode 200: New Cal-OSHA Regulations and their Impact on Employers During COVID-19

In this episode, we discuss Cal-OSHA's new regulations, designed to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace in California. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Michelle Freeman ( Hirschfeld Kraemer LLP / California) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Dec 14, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 200

Episode 199: The Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa

In this episode, we discuss the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa, and how this piece of legislation affects employers who fail to comply. To order Bowmans' POPIA Toolkit for Employers, read their article here , and send an email to POPIAtoolkit@bowmanslaw.com . Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Chloë Loubser ( Bowmans / South Africa) Suppo...

Dec 10, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 199

Episode 198: Remote Working and Temporary Unemployment in Belgium

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss remote working in Belgium, temporary unemployment and recent employment legislation updates. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) & Kato Aerts ( Lydian / Belgium) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Dec 08, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 198

Episode 197: Confronting Financial Challenges in Higher Education

Decreased funding sources and increased expenses were creating incredible financial challenges for institutions of higher education long before COVID-19, and the pandemic has only exacerbated these challenges. In this webinar to podcast, we address best practices and options for colleges and universities as they address financial pressures, including a discussion of the following topics: Endowment Spending and UPMIFA Issues Collaboration Opportunities Financial Exigency and Program Elimination O...

Dec 04, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 197

Episode 196: New Privacy Act in New Zealand

In this episode, we discuss the new Privacy Act in New Zealand, taking effect on December 1st, 2020. The Act includes regulations on cloud storage providers, mandatory notification of privacy breaches, and updated privacy codes of practice. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Carl Blake ( Simpson Grierson / New Zealand) Support the show Register on the ELA website here t...

Dec 02, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 196

Episode 195: Employment Law in Yemen: War, Resource Shortages & a Pandemic

In addition to the challenges being felt by the rest of the world due to the pandemic, Yemen is facing unique challenges as an effect of the ongoing war. In this episode, we discuss the impact the war has had on employment relationships and related claims, as well as everyday life. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Abdulla Luqman ( Luqman Legal Advocates & Legal Co...

Dec 01, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 195

Episode 194: Temporary Layoffs (ERTEs) in Spain

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss employment measures provided by the Spanish government to help companies during these challenging times. We also review the temporary layoff procedure in Spain, also referred to as ERTEs. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy Avocats / France) & Ignacio del Fraile López ( Gómez-Acebo & Pombo / Spain) Support the show Regist...

Nov 24, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Episode 193: Indonesia's New Omnibus Law on Job Creation

In this episode, we discuss the new Omnibus Law in Indonesia. The intention behind the law was to make it easier to do business in Indonesia, bolster investment in the country and in turn create jobs. However, there has been much controversy, as many groups have expressed concerns about the law's effect on the environment, human rights, and media freedom. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alli...

Nov 19, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Episode 192: Mandatory Vaccines in the Age of COVID-19

In this episode, two of our legal experts share their observations with regard to mandatory vaccinations (not specific to flu, but generally) in the employment context, and related issues, like accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Chuck Palmer ( Michael Best & Friedrich LLP / Wisconsin) & Rufino Gaytán III ( Locke ...

Nov 16, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Episode 191: OSHA Penalizes Multiple Employers in the Same Workplace: Construction & Non-Construction Sites

A hazardous condition at a multiemployer worksite causes potential liability to each and every employer there, regardless of which employer caused the hazard or exposed its employees to that hazard. While OSHA’s multiemployer worksite doctrine is most commonly associated with the construction industry, employers in every industry sector need to understand its reach and how best to minimize liability for workplace hazards where multiple employers are involved. In this webinar to podcast, legal ex...

Nov 12, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 191

Episode 190: Navigating the New LGBTQ+ Landscape Following the Supreme Court's Landmark Ruling

The new Supreme Court ruling prohibits employers from discriminating against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. In this webinar to podcast, legal experts discuss how this landmark decision impacts the employment landscape and what it means for employers. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Steve Hirschfeld ( ...

Nov 10, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 190

Episode 189: Campus Speech in 2020: Social Justice, Social Media, COVID-19 and an Election

In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the natural tensions between expression and speech on campus and address issues frequently arising in the current social and political climate. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Michael Porter ( Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP / Oregon), Kate Nash ( Tueth Keeney Cooper Mohan Jackstadt P.C. / Missouri - Eastern), Bryan H. Beauman ( St...

Nov 06, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Episode 188: Economic Support for Employers and Employees in Romania and Belarus

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss the current economic crisis and its effect on unemployment, support for employees/employers when faced with reduced work and macro-economic relaunch plans for the future. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany), Zizi Popa ( CERHA HEMPEL / Romania ) & Vadim Poleschuk ( CERHA HEMPEL / Belarus ) Support the show Regis...

Nov 05, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Episode 187: Principals for vacation entitlements of employees in Germany

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode of Employment Matters - Europe, we discuss legal bases for vacation entitlements of employees in Germany. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy Avocats / France) & Stefan Lochner ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Nov 03, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 187

Episode 186: The Power of Innovations During COVID-19 & the Future of Work in Bulgaria

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode of Employment Matters - Europe, we discuss Bulgarian legislation regarding terminating and hiring employees remotely. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) & Maya Todorova ( Dinova Rusev & Partners / Bulgaria) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Oct 29, 20207 minSeason 1Ep. 186

Episode 185: Advice for French Employers During the Pandemic

From Employment Matters - Europe : In the very first episode of our Employment Matters - Europe channel, we discuss the status of the pandemic in France, furloughs, redundancies and employment terminations. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) & Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy Avocats / France) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations ...

Oct 27, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 185

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Oct 19, 20201 min

Episode 184: Redundancy in the Nordics

In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the key measures that should be taken into consideration for businesses in Europe who are being forced to reduce their workforce due to the pandemic. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy Avocats / France), Rasmus Christensen ( Plesner / Denmark), Tomi Kemppainen ( Castrén & Snellman / Finland), Charlot...

Oct 12, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Episode 183: Back to Work Challenges: An Employee's Perspective

In this episode, we discuss common concerns related to returning to work as well as legal considerations for employers who need to address these concerns expressed by their employees. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. To take the National Return to the Workplace Survey created by the CCA, click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/rtw_national_ela Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Jay Sandys ( CCA, Inc. ) &...

Oct 05, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Episode 182: The Impact of the New Trade Agreement: Significant Changes for American & Canadian Companies Doing Business in Mexico

In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the new tri-lateral trade agreement and its purpose in leveling the playing field in terms of total labor costs in the US, Canada & Mexico. The agreement imposes certain liabilities on US and Canadian employers doing business in Mexico & will dramatically affect workers in Mexico & the ability to unionize their workplace. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Em...

Oct 02, 202059 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Episode 181: Navigating the Legal Risks as Employers Prepare for a Possible COVID-19 Vaccine

In this episode, we discuss the potential legal issues employers may face once a COVID-19 vaccine is available to the public. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Laura Pasqualone ( Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP / Arizona) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Sep 24, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Episode 180: An Employer’s Duty to Investigate Complaints of Workplace Wrongdoing: Damned If You Don’t and Damned If You Don’t Do It Properly

In this episode, we discuss best practices for employers dealing with complaints of inappropriate or unlawful conduct in the workplace. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & James Kondopulos ( Roper Greyell LLP / British Columbia) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Sep 22, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Episode 179: Campus Speech in 2020 Webinar Teaser

In this podcast, we outline some topics that will be discussed in greater detail on September 30th in our webinar: Campus Speech in 2020: Social Justice, Social Media, COVID-19 and an Election . In this webinar, attorneys who regularly provide legal counsel to institutions of higher education will address the issues frequently arising in the current social and political climate. Click the above link to register now! Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law ...

Sep 18, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Episode 178: Surviving the Back to School Frenzy: Employment Law Considerations When Employee's Children Are In Virtual or Hybrid School

In this webinar to podcast, legal experts discuss the challenges employees are facing due to schools having hybrid or all virtual schedules. Hot topics discussed include: Compliance with the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act – Child Care Provisions Compliance with Other Federal, State and Local Leave Laws Telework Considerations Privacy Concerns Practical Solutions for Supporting Employees Facing “At Home Learning” Challenges Subscribe today to stay up to date on employment issues from law e...

Sep 11, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Episode 177: OSHA: Inspections & Investigations

In this special webinar to podcast, experts provide and discuss scenarios related to handling OSHA inspections and investigations amid business reopening (rebound effect) with a focus on issues specifically related to OSHA enforcement actions and methods during the pandemic. Subscribe today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global), Rosalee McNamara ( Lathrop GPM LLP / Kansas), David S. Fortney ( FortneyScott, LL...

Sep 01, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 177

Episode 176: The Impact of Travel on Businesses in Germany

In this episode, we discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on travelers returning to Germany from risk areas. Areas affected include business trips as well as vacations, and must result in self-quarantine for fourteen days. Subscribe today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations...

Aug 28, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Episode 175: What US Employers Can Do to Avoid Retaliation Cases in the COVID-19 Era Workplace

In this episode, we discuss the relevance of retaliation claims in the COVID-19 era for employers in the United States. Topics include the increase in frequency of claims due to COVID-19, how to defend against such claims, importance of timing, common mistakes, and more. Subscribe today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Louis P. DiLorenzo ( Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC / New York - Upstate) Supp...

Aug 24, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Episode 174: Data Protection Considerations in Vietnam in the Context of COVID-19

In this episode, we discuss employment issues like mandatory & voluntary COVID-19 tests, medical questionnaires, contact tracing apps, and data privacy in Vietnam. Subscribe today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Speakers: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) & Marion Carles ( DFDL / Vietnam ) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Aug 18, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 174
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