West Virginia (WV) Labor Law CLE Course Catalog

Non-compete agreements have been a longstanding practice in many industries, but concerns have arisen regarding their potential adverse effects on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the job market. However, Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) proposed regulations on non-compete agreements have created a fresh set of challenges for legal departments, especially in regard to the protection of trade secrets and potential disruptions to market competition. Join this session as our panelists explore the nuances of non-compete agreements and consider alternative approaches to better balance employee rights and business interests.

Listen as The Knowledge Group presents labor and employment attorneys Edmund J. O’Meally (Pessin Katz Law, P.A.) and Patrick C. Campbell Jr., (Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP) in an engaging discussion on the key areas of collective bargaining agreements. This course will also share an in-depth analysis of critical issues and effective strategies in negotiating CBA.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) are continuously taking initiatives to improve each agency’s law enforcement, specifically against employee misclassification. Guided by their standards, the DOL and the NLRB aggressively enforces the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) respectively to expand the scope of classifying joint employers while narrowing the scope of categorizing independent contractors. Join a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished professionals as they provide a comprehensive discussion of the latest enforcement trends in classifying employees. Speakers, among other things, will offer practical compliance strategies in this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

The flexible work arrangement has become a norm in the post-pandemic time, presenting hurdles among company decision-makers when it comes to employee classification. Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can pose legal risks to employers including liability claims related to employment taxes, interest, and penalties. Join a panel of key thought leaders and professionals as they provide a comprehensive discussion of the existing regulations, emerging developments, and notable cases involving independent contractor misclassification. Speakers will also offer practical tips and compliance strategies to mitigate potential risks in this evolving legal landscape.

The many nuances of the changing regulation for labor and employment are front and center for GCs and their companies right now. This session will dive deep into understanding how to deal with the different patchwork of rules in different places and across jurisdictions, including the changing landscapes and residual effects of COVID-19. Join our speakers as they discuss the current labor and employment landscape, the most pressing challenges and how to avoid future pitfalls in this space.

The volatility of the last year has been felt especially hard for those in labor and employment. Navigating the tricky landscape of labor & employment regulations can feel especially challenging with a changing workplace. Listen to our panel of experts as they explore the ins and outs of labor & employment regulation in this informative session.

The alarming statistics are being felt nationwide. The disproportionate fallout of Covid-19 continues to force women out of the workforce, away from promotions, and further down the pipeline for senior leadership positions. This timely session will examine what we can do to change the course of this devastating trend, how we can support our fellow female lawyers in the workplace, and what it will take to overcome this roadblock on the road to gender equity.

The volatility of the last year has been felt especially hard for those in labor and employment. Navigating the tricky landscape of labor & employment regulations can feel especially challenging with a changing workplace.