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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 292: Considerations and Protections for LGBTQ+ Students in Higher Education

In this episode, we discuss the advancing policies and procedures regarding LGBTQ+ individuals in higher education, particularly the expanded coverage of Title IX. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Tara Stingley ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP / Nebraska) Guest Speakers: Barbara Lee ( Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC / Upstate New York) & Megan Anderson ( Lathrop GPM LLP / Minnesota) Support the ...

Sep 22, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 292

Episode 291: Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Regarding College Athletes

In this episode, we discuss what NIL is and new laws that now allow student athletes the potential to earn money from their name, image and likeness. We delve into restrictions on licensing, the role of universities, risks, and much more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Susan Deniker ( Steptoe & Johnson, PLLC / West Virginia) Guest Speakers: Scott Cole ( GrayRobinson, P.A. / Northern & Central Florida) & Je...

Sep 16, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 291

Episode 290: China's Personal Information Protection Law

In this episode, we discuss why China has passed the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), how it differs from the EU's GDPR, and how companies can process employees' personal information. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Cynthia Chung ( Deacons / Hong Kong) Guest Speaker: Jane Lu ( JunHe / China) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Sep 15, 202111 minSeason 1Ep. 290

Episode 289: Unpacking Biden's Path Out of the Pandemic

In this episode, we summarize President Biden’s Action Plan, The Path Out of the Pandemic, that was announced September 9. We delve into the impending updates to OSHA's Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) and how businesses need to prepare for what's coming. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. View David and Bill's summary of Biden's Path Out of the Pandemic Plan here . Find additional resources for employers here . Moderator: Peter W...

Sep 14, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 289

Episode 288: The NYC Fair Chance Act

In this episode, we discuss the recent amendments to the New York City Fair Chance Act, and what they mean for employers. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) Moderator: Holly Goodman ( Gunster / Southern Florida) Guest Speaker: Robert Holtzman ( Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP / New York City) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations t...

Sep 14, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 288

Episode 287: Managing Business in Italy through the Ban on Terminations

In this episode, we discuss how the Italian government dealt with the pandemic to protect employers and employees, the ban on terminations, special measures taken by the government and more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Kato Aerts ( Lydian / Belgium) Guest Speaker: Michele Bignami ( Nctm Studio Legale / Italy) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Sep 13, 202111 minSeason 1Ep. 287

Episode 286: Remote Work in Indonesia

In this episode, we discuss the requirements for a company to employ a remote worker in Indonesia, differences between employees and contractors, why Indonesia is considered more employee-friendly than other jurisdictions and much more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) Moderator: Cynthia Chung ( Deacons / Hong Kong) Guest Speaker: Stephen Warokka ( SSEK / Indonesia) Support the...

Sep 08, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 286

Episode 285: Protection of Intellectual Property Rights at the Workplace in Malaysia

In this episode, we chat about the different types of intellectual property rights that may arise in the workplace, why employers should be concerned with these rights, who owns these rights, and much more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Raymond Low ( Shearn Delamore & Co. / Malaysia) Guest Speaker: Indran Shanmuganthan ( Shearn Delamore & Co. / Malaysia) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to re...

Sep 01, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 285

Episode 284: Safety Measures and Mandatory Vaccines in a Unionized Environment

In this episode, we expand on a webinar discussion we had earlier this month regarding mandatory safety measures in the US workplace. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Register to view the on-demand version of our original webinar, Challenging Health and Safety Issues in a Unionized Environment, here . Moderator: Tara Stingley ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP / Nebraska) Guest Speakers: Anna Elento-Sneed ( ES&am...

Aug 25, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 284

Episode 283: President Biden’s Recent Executive Order on Non-Competition Agreements and the Potential Impact on US Employers

In this episode, we provide some updates on President Biden’s recent Executive Order on non-competition agreements (EO 14036), what effects it will have on employers, and what employers can do to protect their businesses. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Find Kellen's article on employee noncompete agreements here . Moderator: Susan Deniker ( Steptoe & Johnson, PLLC / West Virginia) Guest Speaker: Kellen Hade ( Miller Nash LLP...

Aug 23, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 283

Episode 282: Welcome Back America! HR Considerations for the 2021 US Workplace

With the pandemic (hopefully) coming to a close in the US, employers are faced with questions and challenges as we return to the new workplace. This webinar to podcast focuses on HR policy considerations for: • remote working – both in-state and out of state • returning to the office (and hybrid offices) • vaccines • promoting a safe work environment Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. View the on-demand webinar here . Host: Peter Wa...

Aug 18, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 282

Episode 281: Canadian Business Immigration: Cross-Border Travel and Employee Mobility in Pandemic Times

As the Canadian border gradually re-opens, COVID-19 testing, proof of vaccination and quarantine requirements persist to varying degrees. As a result, international business travel and recruitment of foreign talent to Canada remain complex. In this webinar to podcast, our experts review the current legal landscape and offer practical information on these and other topics, including cross-border movement of c-suite employees, consultants and specialized service providers. Subscribe to our podcast...

Aug 12, 202158 minSeason 1Ep. 281

Episode 280: Legal Implications of Hiring and Managing Remote Workers in Asia Pacific - Webinar Teaser

In this episode, we discuss legal requirements for employing remote workers in Asia Pacific, hiring remote workers, work permits, visas, business registration, risk factors for employers, and implementing a successful cross-border remote worker policy. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. If you'd like to learn more on this topic, register for our August 18th webinar: Legal Implications of Hiring and Managing Remote Workers in Asia Pa...

Aug 11, 202113 minSeason 1Ep. 280

Episode 279: COVID-19 Vaccination Developments at the Workplace in Malaysia

In this episode, we discuss mandatory vaccination policies in Malaysia, general duties of employers, legal risks employers should be aware of, segregation of employees based on vaccination status, and vaccination passports. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Raymond Low ( Shearn Delamore & Co. / Malaysia) Guest Speaker: N Sivabalah ( Shearn Delamore & Co. / Malaysia) Support the show Register on the ELA website he...

Aug 10, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 279

Episode 278: Return to Work Issues in Alaska

In this episode, we discuss return to work planning, vaccination mandates, masking, and other related issues in Alaska as we continue to navigate our way through the pandemic. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Tara Stingley ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP / Nebraska) Guest Speaker: Amy Robinson ( Miller Nash / Alaska) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to f...

Aug 05, 202114 minSeason 1Ep. 278

Episode 277: Vaccinations at the Workplace in Singapore

In this episode, we discuss whether employers can mandate vaccinations in Singapore, what a "higher risk employment setting" is, and how to manage employees who are unable to get vaccinated. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Raymond Low ( Shearn Delamore & Co. / Malaysia) Guest Speaker: Jenny Tsin ( WongPartnership / Singapore) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future p...

Aug 03, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 277

Episode 276: Vaccinations and Employment Safeguards for the Gradual Re-Opening of the Nigerian Workplace

In this episode, we discuss the possibility of mandatory vaccinations in the Nigerian workplace, termination, injunctions, and workplace policies to ensure a safe re-opening. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Shemane Amin ( A&K Tanzania ) Guest Speakers: Jumoke Lambo & Peter Edokpayi ( Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie / Nigeria) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future p...

Aug 02, 202124 minSeason 1Ep. 276

Episode 275: The African Continental Free Trade Area

In this episode, we discuss what the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is and what it seeks to achieve. We also chat about the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) recognized by the AfCFTA Agreement as building blocks of the African Continental Free Trade Area, and the freedom of movement of people in Africa. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. If you'd like to learn more on this topic, register for our August 4th webinar: ...

Jul 28, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 275

Episode 274: Common Issues Facing Employers in Ontario as We Move Towards a New Normal

In this episode, we provide insight for Ontario employers on how to safely return employees to the workplace. We focus on COVID-19 vaccinations, leave and accommodation, and work reintegration. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Mark Alward ( Taylor McCaffrey LLP / Manitoba) Guest Speakers: Shana French & Jeffrey Stewart ( Sherrard Kuzz LLP / Ontario) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email ...

Jul 27, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 274

Episode 273: The EU Cloud Code of Conduct

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss what the EU Cloud Code of Conduct is, what its objective is, and how companies can join. Please visit the EU Cloud CoC website here . Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy / France) Guest Speaker: Bastiaan Bruyndonckx ( Lydian / Belgium) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future progr...

Jul 26, 202113 minSeason 1Ep. 273

Episode 272: New Wave of OSHA Whistleblower Claims in the US: Are You Prepared?

Over the past year in the US, anxiety over health and safety has been building for workers transitioning from remote to in-person work. These concerns have the potential to increase the number of OSHA complaints, and thus whistleblower claims. In this webinar to podcast, our experts provide practical information to best prepare for whistleblower events or avoid them altogether. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. View the on-demand w...

Jul 23, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 272

Episode 271: The Future of Work in the United Kingdom and Europe

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss remote work in the UK and Europe in general. We also chat about the right to disconnect, and what this means for employers. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderators: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy / France) & Kato Aerts ( Lydian / Belgium) Guest Speaker: Michael Leftley ( Addleshaw Goddard / England & Wales) Support the show Register on the ELA website her...

Jul 20, 202116 minSeason 1Ep. 271

Episode 270: The Changing Landscape of Labor Law Under the Biden Administration

In this episode, we discuss what the National Labor Relations Act is, what it requires, and who it applies to. We also explain how the NLRA is playing out under the Biden Administration. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Tara Stingley ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP / Nebraska) Guest Speaker: Francine Esposito ( Day Pitney LLP / New Jersey) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive...

Jul 19, 202113 minSeason 1Ep. 270

Episode 269: Vaccinations in Kenya and Obligations for Employers

In this episode, we discuss the status of vaccinations in Kenya, whether they can be mandated for employees, and obligations employers must follow. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Chloё Loubser ( Bowmans / South Africa) Guest Speaker: Sonal Sejpal ( Anjarwalla & Khanna Advocates / Kenya) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Jul 15, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 269

Episode 268: Employment Law in the Channel Islands

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss new legislation in the Channel Islands, as well as differences between Jersey & Guernsey legislation. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) Guest Speakers: Rachel Guthrie & Carla Benest ( Mourant Ozannes / Channel Islands) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to futu...

Jul 13, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 268

Episode 267: The Enforceability of Restrictive Covenants in Contracts of Employment: A Bermuda Perspective

In this episode, we discuss the different types of restrictive covenants that can be used by employers, and how easily enforceable they are. We also provide solutions for employers who have employees breaching their restrictive covenants. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Peter Walts ( Employment Law Alliance / Global) Guest Speaker: Julica "Jules" Harvey & Gambrill Robinson ( Canterbury Law Ltd. / Bermuda) Support t...

Jul 09, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 267

Episode 266: The Process of Termination of Employment in Ukraine

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss the most common grounds of dismissal in Ukraine, along with the most common mistakes employers make during the process of termination. Additionally, we chat about the Ukrainian government's recent approval of digital work records, as opposed to traditional paper records. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy / France) Guest Speake...

Jul 08, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 266

Episode 265: The Right to Disconnect in France

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss a French employee's right to disconnect from their IT tools and how this right can be implemented. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Michaela Felisiak ( Beiten Burkhardt / Germany) Guest Speaker: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy / France) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Jul 02, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 265

Episode 264: Employment Law in Australia: The Gig Economy, Remuneration & Casual Employees

In this episode, we provide a general overview of the status of the pandemic in Australia, along with recent developments in the gig economy, changes proposed to remuneration reporting requirements, and changes to the country's laws on casual employees. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Marion Carles-Salmon ( DFDL / Vietnam) Guest Speakers: Bruce Heddle & Michael Nicolazzo ( Maddocks / Australia) Support the show Reg...

Jun 30, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 264

Episode 263: Employment of Employees Residing in Poland by Foreign Employers

From Employment Matters - Europe : In this episode, we discuss the process foreign employers must go through and the laws they must abide by when hiring employees residing in Poland. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Moderator: Philippe Durand ( August Debouzy / France) Guest Speaker: Emilia May ( Miller Canfield / Poland) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs....

Jun 23, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 263
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