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2010 Employment Law Update
Hot Button Labor Law Issues |
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Lansing, MI |
9/29/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| CLICK HERE FOR THE BROCHURE AND AGENDA
9:00AM-3:30PM
With President Obama’s term well underway, changes in the workplace are occurring at the speed of light. Administrative changes at Federal Government agencies, some recess appointments, will more dramatically change the workplace rules employers have to comply with.
Changes in Washington, D.C. are further complicated by the economy, whether a V-shaped recovery or double-dip recession. As the economy struggles to regain some sense of normalcy following the recession, employers search for safe harbor to avoid ever-increasing employment claims.
With employment laws and enforcement claims on fast-track, this one-day, comprehensive seminar will show you what employers need to know to meet these workplace challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity to get an overview of the most critical labor and employment law issues affecting employers!
BONUS: The latest information on legislative initiatives to change the bargaining law to allow unions an even greater advantage. |
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2010 Employment Law Update
Hot Button Labor Law Issues |
Walsh College - Novi Campus
Novi, MI |
9/30/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| CLICK HERE FOR THE BROCHURE AND AGENDA
9:00AM-3:30PM
With President Obama’s term well underway, changes in the workplace are occurring at the speed of light. Administrative changes at Federal Government agencies, some recess appointments, will more dramatically change the workplace rules employers have to comply with.
Changes in Washington, D.C. are further complicated by the economy, whether a V-shaped recovery or double-dip recession. As the economy struggles to regain some sense of normalcy following the recession, employers search for safe harbor to avoid ever-increasing employment claims.
With employment laws and enforcement claims on fast-track, this one-day, comprehensive seminar will show you what employers need to know to meet these workplace challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity to get an overview of the most critical labor and employment law issues affecting employers!
BONUS: The latest information on legislative initiatives to change the bargaining law to allow unions an even greater advantage. |
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Union Free Workplace- |
Walsh College - Novi Campus
Novi, MI |
10/5/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| CLICK HERE FOR THE BROCHURE AND AGENDA.
Unions are acting strategically to increase representation pursuant to a long-term investment of millions of dollars supported by on-the-ground activism. They are getting results politically, in your community, and in your industry, With win rates at their highest in decades, the Michigan Chamber is now offering you a brand new seminar to help you remain union-free.
For the first time in a long time, unions also have the active support of the President: “We need to level the playing field for workers and the unions that represent their interests, because we know that you cannot have a strong middle class without a strong labor movement.”
(President Obama’s announcement of the creation of the Task Force on Middle Class Working Families. January 30, 2009.)
If you have determined that the best future for your organization is union-free, then plan to attend this one-day, comprehensive seminar.
What you will learn:
• Action steps for developing a strategic and tactical union-free workplace plan.
• How leadership can articulate why your organization should remain union-free.
• Legal rules on the union-organizing process.
• Ways to assess your organization’s vulnerability to union-organizing.
• How to respond to a union-organizing campaign.
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Union Free Workplace |
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Lansing, MI |
10/6/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| CLICK HERE FOR THE BROCHURE AND AGENDA.
Unions are acting strategically to increase representation pursuant to a long-term investment of millions of dollars supported by on-the-ground activism. They are getting results politically, in your community, and in your industry, With win rates at their highest in decades, the Michigan Chamber is now offering you a brand new seminar to help you remain union-free.
For the first time in a long time, unions also have the active support of the President: “We need to level the playing field for workers and the unions that represent their interests, because we know that you cannot have a strong middle class without a strong labor movement.”
(President Obama’s announcement of the creation of the Task Force on Middle Class Working Families. January 30, 2009.)
If you have determined that the best future for your organization is union-free, then plan to attend this one-day, comprehensive seminar.
What you will learn:
• Action steps for developing a strategic and tactical union-free workplace plan.
• How leadership can articulate why your organization should remain union-free.
• Legal rules on the union-organizing process.
• Ways to assess your organization’s vulnerability to union-organizing.
• How to respond to a union-organizing campaign.
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Union Free Workplace |
WMU Conference Center -Beltline Campus
Grand Rapids, MI |
10/7/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| CLICK HERE FOR THE BROCHURE AND AGENDA.
Unions are acting strategically to increase representation pursuant to a long-term investment of millions of dollars supported by on-the-ground activism. They are getting results politically, in your community, and in your industry, With win rates at their highest in decades, the Michigan Chamber is now offering you a brand new seminar to help you remain union-free.
For the first time in a long time, unions also have the active support of the President: “We need to level the playing field for workers and the unions that represent their interests, because we know that you cannot have a strong middle class without a strong labor movement.”
(President Obama’s announcement of the creation of the Task Force on Middle Class Working Families. January 30, 2009.)
If you have determined that the best future for your organization is union-free, then plan to attend this one-day, comprehensive seminar.
What you will learn:
• Action steps for developing a strategic and tactical union-free workplace plan.
• How leadership can articulate why your organization should remain union-free.
• Legal rules on the union-organizing process.
• Ways to assess your organization’s vulnerability to union-organizing.
• How to respond to a union-organizing campaign.
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OSHA 10-Hour Course |
Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Lansing |
10/14/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| BROCHURE
By taking this general industry safety class, you can show OSHA and MIOSHA you’re serious about safety. You will receive a 10-hour course completion card after attending both days and passing a comprehensive test. You will also learn in an interactive environment from one of MI Chamber’s most energetic trainers; develop an understanding of the things that can put your workers at risk; ;earn to recognize and prevent costly hazards; reduce the risk of costly fines; understand how MIOSHA and OSHA relate to each other; be comfortable talking about OSHA standards and looking things up so that you can work with vendors, contractors and suppliers and be safe doing business that crosses state lines; and have an intelligent discussion with your insurer about how reduced risk may also reduce your costs. The course will follow federal general industry guidelines (which includes time requirements on each topic):
Day 1:
8:00–8:30am: Registration
8:30–10:30am: OSHA Introduction (required)
OSH Act; General Duty Clause; Employer & Employee Rights & Responsibilities; Whistleblower Rights; Recordkeeping Basics; Inspections, Citations and Penalties (including new 2010 penalties); Value of Safety and Health; OSHA Website, 800#, and Available Resources (this will include an understanding of how MIOSHA relates to OSHA)
10:30–10:45am: Break
10:45–11:45am: Walking and Working Surfaces, Subpart D, Including Fall Protection (required)
11:45–12:30pm: Lunch
12:30–1:30pm: Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, Fire Prevention Plans & Fire Protection, Subparts E&L (required)
1:30–2:30pm: Electrical, Subpart S including basic Lockout/Tagout Principles (required)
2:30–2:45pm: Break
2:45–3:45pm: Personal Protective Equipment, Subpart I (required)
3:45–4:15pm: Machine Guarding, Subpart O (trainer elective)
4:15–4:30pm: Game Show Review (with prizes) (trainer optional)
Day 2:
8:00–8:30am: Registration
8:30–9:00am: Hazard Communication, Subpart Z (required)
9:00–9:30am: Intro to Industrial Hygiene, Subpart Z (trainer elective)
9:30–10:00am: Hazardous Materials, Subpart H (trainer elective)
10:00–10:15am: Break
10:15–10:45am: Materials Handling, Subpart N (trainer optional)
10:45–11:15am: Confined Space and Other Rules (trainer optional)
11:15–11:45am: Test
11:45am–Noon: Closing Game (with prizes)
NOTE: Agenda is based upon OSHA requirements updated in 2009 and is current at the time of publication. Federal government requires that certain topics be given a full hour (and total six hours), and others must add up to the remaining four hours. The trainer chose from electives (½ hour each) and optional topics related to those most popular among Michigan businesses. Every minute of the class will be used to meet those requirements. In the event the DOL makes changes to the requirements, MI Chamber and the trainer will make sure those are included. Federal regulations prevent the trainer from issuing a 10-hour card unless the student has attended all of the session: in other words, don’t be late and you can’t leave early!
Trainer Biography: Laura Simms, President of PROFESSORDOCTORMOM, LLC, is a lifelong Michigander. She has spent 30+ years in the electrical industry and co-authored/edited 21 electrical textbooks. Laura prides herself on interactive, interesting training and her January 2010 lockout/tagout seminar received rave reviews. Laura has a master of science in administration from Central Michigan University, and a bachelor’s degree from Wayne State.
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Unemployment Compensation |
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Lansing, MI |
11/9/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| BROCHURE$295 ($25 member and group discounts)
There have been numerous recent changes to how unemployment compensation works and more on the way. Attend this comprehensive, one-day seminar to learn how these changes impact your business.
What You Will Learn:
• What the newest changes are in the unemployment compensation arena. • How these changes can increase your company’s costs. • How your company’s unemployment tax rate is computed. • How you can reduce your company’s unemployment exposures and tax rate. • How former employees qualify for and draw unemployment benefits. • How to monitor the claims process to eliminate errors and stop invalid claims. • How to present information to the unemployment agency for protests & appeals. • How to prepare for future changes in the claims process. • ...and much more!
AGENDA
• Update on the latest legislation including solvency tax, FUTA increase, and ARRA. • Purpose, value and historical perspective of unemployment compensation. • Federal unemployment taxes and legislative activity. • Michigan’s unemployment process: past, present and future. • Calculating & verifying tax rates or reimbursement billings. • Quarterly returns, reporting process and penalties. • Claim process from start to finish. • Benefit eligibility and entitlement process. • Claim forms, purpose and response. • Timelines and decision process. • Benefit charge process and verifications. • Defining reasons for separation. • Overcoming the language barriers. • Effective use of claim disqualification provisions. • Levels of appeal and effective protesting. • Presentation of facts during the hearing and board of review process.
• Extended Benefit Programs and how they will impact you |
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Unemployment Compensation |
Walsh College - Novi Campus
Novi, MI |
11/11/2010 |
Register for this meeting
| BROCHURE
$295 ($25 member and group discounts)
There have been numerous recent changes to how unemployment compensation works and more on the way. Attend this comprehensive, one-day seminar to learn how these changes impact your business.
What You Will Learn:
• What the newest changes are in the unemployment compensation arena. • How these changes can increase your company’s costs. • How your company’s unemployment tax rate is computed. • How you can reduce your company’s unemployment exposures and tax rate. • How former employees qualify for and draw unemployment benefits. • How to monitor the claims process to eliminate errors and stop invalid claims. • How to present information to the unemployment agency for protests & appeals. • How to prepare for future changes in the claims process. • ...and much more!
AGENDA
• Update on the latest legislation including solvency tax, FUTA increase, and ARRA. • Purpose, value and historical perspective of unemployment compensation. • Federal unemployment taxes and legislative activity. • Michigan’s unemployment process: past, present and future. • Calculating & verifying tax rates or reimbursement billings. • Quarterly returns, reporting process and penalties. • Claim process from start to finish. • Benefit eligibility and entitlement process. • Claim forms, purpose and response. • Timelines and decision process. • Benefit charge process and verifications. • Defining reasons for separation. • Overcoming the language barriers. • Effective use of claim disqualification provisions. • Levels of appeal and effective protesting. • Presentation of facts during the hearing and board of review process.
• Extended Benefit Programs and how they will impact you |
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