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SUMMARY:The New Reality of Immigration Enforcement: Strategic Solutions for Employers
DESCRIPTION:Carmody Immigration lawyers Lauren Hopwood and Johanna Bachmair will speak at the CBIA’s annual Human Resources Conference\, closing out the event with an informative presentation on immigration compliance\, including I-9 requirements and responding to ICE actions. \nThe CBIA Human Resources Conference equips hundreds of HR professionals with the clarity\, tools\, and foresight needed to manage risk and support their organizations.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/the-new-reality-of-immigration-enforcement-strategic-solutions-for-employers/
LOCATION:Bristol Event Center\, 112 Century Dr\, Bristol\, CT\, 06010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Pregnancy in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Navigating federal and state pregnancy laws can be complex. From the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and the ADA to Connecticut’s protections for pregnant and lactating employees and new parents\, compliance is essential. Missteps can lead to costly discrimination claims and legal compliance is only part of the equation. \nCarmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino will go beyond what the law requires to focus on how to implement policies that both protect your business and support employees. \nTopics include: \n\nRequired workplace accommodations\nAligning maternity policies with Connecticut’s Paid Family Leave program\nWhen pregnancy-related conditions are considered disabilities\nCommon compliance mistakes that lead to discrimination claims\nCommunicating with employees during and after pregnancy\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-pregnancy-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T140000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Common Wage & Hour Issues
DESCRIPTION:From properly notifying employees about compensation and benefits to ensuring pay stubs and time tracking are accurate\, every detail matters when complying with wage and hour laws—often one of the most challenging aspects of any manager’s job. \nCarmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino will be speaking on the nuances of common wage and hour issues for the CBIA’s “HR Hotline Live” with Delmarina López. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhat’s legally required on payroll stubs and how to provide them\nTracking hours worked (and avoiding off-the-clock violations)\nManaging meal breaks and preventing improper deductions\nHandling PTO payouts and comp time correctly\nUnderstanding regular rate calculations and what counts as “hours worked”\n\n 
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-common-wage-hour-issues/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Employee Terminations
DESCRIPTION:Terminating workers can be one of the hardest parts of managing a business and its people. You hope to never have to do it\, but it’s often impossible to avoid. \nCarmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino will be speaking on the nuances of employee terminations with “HR Hotline Live” through the CBIA\, hosted by HR Counsel Diane Mokriski. \nMany employers are reluctant to fire poor performing employees because they fear an inevitable lawsuit. Others make spontaneous\, emotional firing decisions\, believing that Connecticut’s status as an “at-will state” will protect them from litigation. The truth lies somewhere in between. \nIn this webinar\, HR professionals will hear how to make smart\, well-informed decisions about the legal\, strategic\, and employee-relations considerations involved in every termination decision. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhat types of terminations are always illegal\nStrategies for protecting a company against a claim of wrongful termination\nBest practices for conducting the termination meeting or sending that final letter\nWhat it really means to be an “at-will” employee\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-employee-terminations/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Avoiding Hiring Hazards
DESCRIPTION:Hiring a new employee isn’t just about finding the right skills and experience—it’s also a legal minefield. From interview questions to background checks\, missteps can lead to costly compliance issues. \nCarmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino join CBIA’s HR counsel Diane Mokriski for this productive virtual event. \nWe’ll address key questions\, including: \n\nDo we need to provide written offer letters?\nWhat types of arrests or convictions justify rescinding an offer?\nWhat should we do if an applicant tests positive for marijuana?\nCan we contact a candidate’s former employer without permission?\nWhat interview questions could put us at legal risk?\nDo wage ranges have to be included in job postings?\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-avoiding-hiring-hazards/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: I-9 Compliance in an Era of Increased Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Form I-9 is one of the first—and most essential—documents an employer must complete when hiring a new employee. It verifies the worker’s identity and employment authorization and must be completed for all employees\, regardless of citizenship status. \nWith increased immigration enforcement\, employers may face audits or workplace visits from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Business owners and HR professionals must understand how to maintain I-9 compliance and respond appropriately to enforcement actions. \nCarmody Immigration partner Lauren Hopwood and associate Johanna Bachmair join CBIA’s HR counsel Diane Mokriski for this timely virtual event. \nWe’ll address key questions\, including: \n\nHow should we conduct an internal I-9 audit\, and how do we correct errors we find?\nWhat are the most common mistakes on I-9 forms?\nWhat is my responsibility as an employer in verifying the authenticity of employee documents?\nHow should we respond if ICE officers request employee records or information?\nWhat steps can our company take to reduce liability and ensure compliance?\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-i-9-compliance-in-an-era-of-increased-enforcement/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T130000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Managing Employee Absences
DESCRIPTION:Get answers to your toughest questions about FMLA\, paid sick leave\, no-shows\, and more in this interactive Q&A session with Carmody partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-managing-employee-absences/
LOCATION:Aqua Turf\, 556 Mulberry St\, Plantsville\, CT\, 06479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Paid Sick Leave Update
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s new paid sick leave law has brought confusion and frustration to many employers. Whether you’ve already attended training on the new law\, or are just beginning\, this HR Hotline Live webinar will clear up the confusion\, simplify the issues\, and outline exactly what you need to know for compliance. \nWhat’s Changing? Effective January 1\, 2025\, almost all businesses with 25 or more employees must comply with Connecticut’s expanded paid leave mandate. This significant change now includes non-service and manufacturing workers. \nJoin CBIA HR counsel Diane Mokriski and Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey attorneys Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino for invaluable insights and practical guidance for complying with the new law. \nWhy attend? \n\nGain clarity on the more confusing aspects of the law\nUnderstand the specifics of the new changes and how they impact your current PTO and sick time policies\nLearn how to avoid penalties\, back wage orders\, and wrongful termination issues\n\nThis program is approved for 1.0 HRCI credits and 1.0 SHRM PDCs. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-paid-sick-leave-update/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T130000
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SUMMARY:HR Hotline Live: Prevent & Navigate Workplace Discrimination Complaints
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the complexities of workplace discrimination complaints can be daunting. However\, arming yourself with the right knowledge and strategies can protect your organization from potential legal pitfalls. \nJoin us June 3 for HR Hotline Live: Prevent & Navigate Workplace Discrimination Complaints\, where CBIA HR Counsel Diane Mokriski and Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey lawyers Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino provide practical solutions and legal insights to empower your organization. \nKey topics include: \n\nUnintentional pitfalls: Common mistakes that lead to discrimination claims\nManagerial conduct: Legal responsibilities and risk mitigation\nProactive policies and practices: Creating an inclusive workplace\nBest practices in handling harassment complaints\n\nEquip yourself with actionable insights and protect your organization from discrimination-related risks. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. \nThis program is approved for 1.0 HRCI credits and 1.0 SHRM PDCs. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/hr-hotline-live-prevent-navigate-workplace-discrimination-complaints/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T090000
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SUMMARY:Winter Workplace Challenges
DESCRIPTION:On December 7\, Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino will address HR problems particular to Connecticut’s winter months for the CBIA. \nThis webinar focuses on both wage and hour issues as well as an employer’s potential liability for the poor conduct of its employees. \n\nCan you dock your employees’ pay for days that you’re closed for snowy weather?\nShould you give your employees pink slips for temporary plant closings?\nWhat are the rules for employing minors when they’re home on school breaks?\nIs an employer at risk if it serves alcohol at a holiday party and a drunk employee gets in a car accident? Or harasses someone?\nCan an employer limit its employees’ ability to post holiday party photos on social media?\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/winter-workplace-challenges/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T090000
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SUMMARY:Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Vincent Farisello will discuss how to manage COVID in the workplace for the Connecticut Business & Industry Association on February 14. \nAbout the Program  \nTwo years into the pandemic\, COVID-19 continues to challenge employers. Federally subsidized programs have come and gone\, but many questions remain. \n\nMust employers provide paid sick leave?\nAre COVID-related illnesses covered by Connecticut’s new paid FMLA?\nShould businesses be recording these illnesses for OSHA?\nWhat about testing and quarantining protocols?\nWhat does the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision blocking the federal vaccination-or-test mandate for larger employers mean for your business?\n\nJoin to have your questions answered! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/managing-covid-19-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T093000
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SUMMARY:Federal Vaccine Mandate
DESCRIPTION:Vincent Farisello will discuss the Biden administration’s workplace vaccination mandate. \nAbout the Program \nA broad range of Connecticut employers face a Jan. 4 deadline to have their workforces fully vaccinated against COVID-19. \nOSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard impacts private sector employees with 100 or more employees\, federal contractors\, and healthcare employees at Medicare and Medicaid-certified providers. \nJoin CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima\, CBIA HR counsel Diane Mokriski and Carmody attorney Vincent Farisello as they outline employer and employee requirements. \nThis 90-minute webinar also includes an extensive Q&A session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/federal-vaccine-mandate/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T090000
DTSTAMP:20211103T221114Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T221114Z
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SUMMARY:How Connecticut's New Cybersecurity Law Impacts Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Sherwin Yoder will co-present “How Connecticut’s New Cybersecurity Law Impacts Your Business” for the the CBIA. \nAbout the Program  \nWith the rise in ransomware attacks and data breaches\, Connecticut has taken action with a new law designed to help small businesses better protect themselves against cyberattacks. \nThe law\, which took effect October 1\, 2021\, prevents companies that adopt recognized cybersecurity standards from being held liable for damages in the event of a data breach. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe expanded definition of “personal information” requiring special protection by all organizations\nHow the new law protects businesses with a cybersecurity program\nLeading cybersecurity and privacy law experts Chris Wisneski and Sherwin Yoder arm you with practical measures to minimize cyber risks and show you how to take advantage of the new law.\n\nWho should attend: \n\nBusiness owners\nExecutives\nRisk managers\nIn-house counsel\nPrivacy and security officers\, IT security\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/how-connecticuts-new-cybersecurity-law-impacts-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Privacy & Data Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T113000
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SUMMARY:CBIA Employment Law Conference
DESCRIPTION:Timothy Klimpl will discuss state payroll tax withholding at the CBIA’s Employment Law Conference on November 4. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.carmodylaw.com/event/cbia-employment-law-conference-2/
LOCATION:Farmington Gardens\, 999 Farmington Ave\, Farmington\, Connecticut\, 06032
CATEGORIES:Labor & Employment
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