New Jersey (NJ) Labor Law CLE Course Catalog

Join David C. Willis and Sally Rogers Culley of Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell, P.A. in this CLE program as they unpack the critical changes you need to know, the status and impact of lawsuits challenging the enforceability of the Final Rule, and practical strategies to protect your business in the new legal landscape

From allegations to violations and everything in between, lawsuits between organizations and their employees are an ever-present threat for businesses today. In order to mitigate potential litigation risks, a strategic and proactive approach is required by in-house counsel teams. Join as our expert speakers share insights on taking preventative measures including creating robust policies and procedures, identifying potential issues before they escalate, and effectively managing communications and documentation.

Come and join a panel of prominent thought leaders and practitioners assembled by The Knowledge Group as they delve into the intricacies of noncompete clauses and gain a comprehensive understanding of the FTC’s ban in the realm of employment agreements. In this interactive course, you’ll gain valuable strategies for negotiating, modifying, or challenging noncompete agreements within the bounds of the FTC’s regulations.

In this dynamic session, our expert panelists will explore the intricacies of the global labor and employment landscape and provide invaluable insights for in-house legal professionals navigating these complexities.

Join as our expert speakers share insights on taking preventative measures including creating robust policies and procedures, identifying potential issues before they escalate, and effectively managing communications and documentation.

Listen as experienced labor and employment lawyers Edmund J. O’Meally (Pessin Katz Law, P.A.) and Jonathan Sulds (Greenberg Traurig, LLP) provide a comprehensive discussion of the ever-evolving landscape of wage and hour compliance, including recent court decisions and emerging issues. Speakers, among other things, will offer practical insights and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and ensure compliance with FLSA regulations.

The modern workforce is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by two powerful forces: the rise of the hybrid work model and the surge in unionization efforts. As organizations adapt to a new era of work, it is crucial for legal leaders to understand the implications of these changes and embrace a new mindset that fosters collaboration, productivity, and positive labor relations. Join us in this thought-provoking session as we explore the mindset shift required to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the hybrid workforce and the growing presence of unions in the corporate landscape.

Environmental laws and the regulatory structures that enforce them have developed recently as we have collectively recognized that pollution and environmental contamination pose a threat to our health and safety. This session will focus on how environmental litigation plays an important role in keeping industries and businesses accountable to environmental laws and regulations. Panelists will provide information about current environmental laws, and also take a look at the role that environmental litigation plays in the development of new environmental laws as well as the enforcement of existing laws.

Even with recent cases, making headlines, and the rollout of employee protections through recent legislation, harassment & discrimination remains unquestionably under-reported. Tackling workplace harassment must begin at a granular level, impacting an overall cultural shift that will truly eradicate workplace harassment & discrimination. Panelists in this session will examine key components to ending these behaviors, as well as provide an internal infrastructure, built to combat harassment at every level. This session will cover: - Training programs - stop the harassment before it becomes a claim - preventative measures. What is my responsibility as GC or member of the management team? - Different obligations when it comes to preventing harassment and discrimination Leading organization through crises around discrimination and harassment - case examples, how it was handled