Events with Kathleen M. Connelly

Events

  • Suburban Chamber of Commerce - First Friday "NetLearning" with Kathleen Connelly :: COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates: What Employers (and Employees) Need to Know - 10/01/2021

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    Location:
    ZOOM from the comfort of your computer!

    Fees/Admission:
    No charge, please pre-register

    Labor & Employment Attorney, Kathleen Connelly, will lend her insights on the COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates for employers and employees. Join her for First Friday “NetLearning” hosted by the Suburban Chamber of Commerce to learn more.

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    First Friday Registration

  • Kathleen M. Connelly to Present 'The Employer's Guide to Federal and State Employee Leave Rights and Income Protection for Coronavirus-related Absences' for the Suburban Chamber of Commerce - 07/10/2020

    Join Lindabury Labor & Employment attorney, Kathleen Connelly as she virtually discusses  Federal and State Employee Leave Rights and Income Protection for Coronavirus-related absences for the Suburban Chamber of Commerce. This virtual meeting will take place on Zoom.

    Register here to receive a link to the meeting.

  • Overview of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act - Virtual Meeting - 04/08/2020

    Lindabury’s Labor &  Employment practice group partner, Kathleen Connelly and the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce have scheduled an informational virtual meeting to discuss employee leave and benefit rights during the COVID-19 crisis.

    Topics to be discussed:

    • Emergency Paid Sick Leave
    • Emergency Family Medical Leave
    • Tax Credits for Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Emergency Family Medical Leave
    • Expansion of NJ Earned Sick Leave, Family Leave and Temporary Disability
      Time

    Click here to register.

     

  • First Annual Human Resource Symposium Recent Developments in HR and Best Practices in Recruiting - 10/25/2018

    Business owners, nonprofit directors and human resource professionals are continually challenged by complying with new laws, adjusting to new trends and finding quality employees as they manage their organization.

    This conference will help you keep your business ahead of the curve in the ever changing area of human resource practices. You will learn a wealth of information at this program including:

    • How to comply with New Jersey’s latest law changes on paid sick leave and pay equality
    • Recent trends in HR that you can utilize in your business or organization
    • Utilizing apprenticeship programs to develop potential future employees
    • Learning about internet resources that can assist with recruiting
    • The benefits of prescreening employees to ensure they are the best fit for the job
    • Asking the right questions during the interview process to increase your success rate

    Seminar Presenters:

    New Developments in HR

    • Kathleen Connelly, Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper
    • Cristina Amyot, EnformHR
    • John Martinez, U.S. Department of Labor

    Best Practices in Recruiting & Retention

    • Amy Warner, ICIMS
    • Dr. Jared Schulman, Hackensack Meridian Health
    • Kathleen Abatemarco, USA Today Network/Asbury Park Press

    For more information or to register click here.

  • NJBIA: A Crash Course in New Jersey’s Paid Sick & Family Leave Laws - 09/28/2018

    This seminar takes a hands-on, practical approach for compliance with New Jersey’s new impending paid sick leave requirements, and eight other leave laws.  Kathleen Connelly is among panelists who will explain the laws, how they interact, and provide tips on updates needed to your existing policies, to avoid lawsuits, penalties, and fines.

    For more information or to register click here.

  • NJ's Paid Sick Leave Law: What Employers Need to Know Now - 06/20/2018

    On May 2, 2018, Governor Murphy signed New Jersey’s first state-wide paid sick leave act into law, pre-empting all local ordinances in favor of uniform paid sick leave requirements. The act becomes effective on October 29, 2018.

    Although most employers provide some measure of paid time-off benefits, they must nevertheless ensure that existing policies meet the minimum requirements of the new paid sick leave act. For those employers who do not provide any paid time off benefits for sickness, they will now be required to do so for those absences that fall within the law.

    Employment law attorneys, John Schmidt and Kathleen Connelly will provide guidance as to how to prepare now to ensure your policies and practices are compliant with the Act.

    Topics:

    • Coverage
    • Accrual of Paid Sick Time
    • Carry Over of Accrued Paid Sick Time
    • Use of Paid Sick Leave
    • Notice Requirements
    • Payout of Accrued Sick Time
    • Record Keeping, Posting Requirements, and Violations
    • What to Do Now

    To register please RSVP by June 13th to events@lindabury.com

  • How to Conduct Internal Investigations Into Allegations of Harassment & Bullying - 05/10/2018

    Internal investigations by employers into allegations of unlawful harassment and other workplace misconduct are becoming more common. The practice of conducting workplace investigations is often the best way to avoid litigation, as employees who feel their employers have heard their complaints and taken appropriate action are typically less likely to seek redress in court. Employment attorneys, Kathleen Connelly and Lisa Gingeleskie provide guidance as to how effective workplace investigations can play a crucial role in developing a comprehensive defense against potential claims of liability.

    Please RSVP by May 3, 2018 to events@lindabury.com

  • Reputation Management in the Digital Age - 04/24/2018

    In the ongoing backlash against sexual misconduct in the workplace signified by #MeToo, every business is reminded of the importance of protecting itself against the unthinkable: a sudden reputation crisis that could cause lasting – or even fatal – damage.

    The misconduct of a single employee, sexual or otherwise, can unleash a frenzy of public outrage that will test the leadership and communication skills of even the most seasoned executives. An unanticipated crisis can hit at any time. No organization is immune.

    Join Lindabury employment law partner, Kathleen Connelly, as she joins Jon Goldberg, founder and Chief Reputation Architect of Reputation Architects Inc., as a panelist to explain how legal counsel and PR counsel can work together to manage the best possible outcomes in the event of a crisis at your company.

    For more information or to register for this event click here.

  • Leadership in a #MeToo World - Webinar - 01/31/2018

    The #MeToo movement has unleashed claims of workplace sexual harassment across all industries and shows no signs of fading with the New Year.  Employees have found their voices as a result of #MeToo and employers can expect an uptick in allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace. However, many employers’ anti-harassment programs are outdated, or worse, non-existent. To further complicate matters, many employers are unaware of the actions they must take to avail themselves of critical legal defenses in the event of a charge of workplace harassment.

    Join Kathleen Connelly, a seasoned attorney with over 25 years of investigating and defending claims of sexual harassment, for an informative webinar discussion of how the #MeToo era will affect your workplace and what actions you can take in order to prevent harassment claims.

    To view this recent NJBIA webinar click here.

  • #MeToo - Don't Make it #YouToo! - 01/17/2018

    It seems that the dawn of each new day brings with it new allegations of improper sexual misconduct. Accusations have not been isolated to a specific industry, as celebrities, media personalities, government officials and business leaders have all been thrust into the public discussion of what is and what is not acceptable workplace behavior.

    Employers need to appreciate that heightened awareness of workplace harassment has created an environment ripe for claims of sexual harassment against the company, its executives and managers. Allegations, even if unfounded or proven false, can be devastating to a business and cause lasting irreparable harm. It doesn’t take a well-known or high profile figure to destroy your company’s engaged workforce, public image and client relationships.

    Join Lindabury’s Labor & Employment Group on January 17th,  for a discussion that will arm you with the tools you need to prevent harassing behavior in your organization.

    Click Here to Register

    January 17, 2018
    8 AM Registration & Breakfast; 8:30 -10 AM Program

  • Get Smart on Employment Law - 10/30/2017

    Together with Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce we will provide an informative session allowing you to learn the legal ways to ensure your company’s continued success by avoiding lawsuits and common mistakes that can cost you time and money and negatively affect employee morale. Our panel of employment attorneys will provide practical information that can be implemented in your organization.

    Topics that will be covered in this presentation include:

    • Do your interview and hiring practices comply with New
      Jersey’s “Ban the Box” regulations?
    • Managing employee performance issues
    • Employee accommodations including religious beliefs and the
      Americans With Disabilities Act
    • Compliance with wage theft and paid sick leave laws
    • Practical approaches to record keeping and responding to
      Department of Labor audits
    • Are you using non-disclosure or restrictive covenant
      agreements? If not, learn why you may want to

    Speakers will include John H. Schmidt, Kathleen M. Connelly and
    Lisa Gingeleskie of Lindabury’s Employment Law group.

    To register for this event click here.

  • The Employee Life Cycle - 01/27/2017

    This fast-paced half day seminar covers all of the stages in an employee’s career: recruitment, interviewing, setting the employment terms, performance issues, termination, and transition. Learn the legal ways to ensure your company’s continued success by avoiding lawsuits and common mistakes that can cost you time and money and affect employee morale.

    For more information or to register for this event, click here.

     

  • Paid Sick Leave, Family Leave & Beyond - 10/21/2016

    Join Employment Group partner Kathleen Connelly as she presents information New Jersey and Federal rules governing paid and family leave for the New Jersey Business and Industry Association.

    New local mandatory paid sick leave requirements took effect in 2015. Add those to the eight federal and state statutes that require employers to provide leave or wage replacement, and you’ve got a maze of laws affecting workplace policies.

    This seminar is designed to provide a roadmap with relevant case studies and practical examples for dealing with overlapping leave entitlements.

    This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 4.3 hours of total CLE credit.

  • Employment Law Seminar: Leave & Benefit Rights and How To Respond To Discrimination Claims - 04/21/2016

    Join Lindabury McCormick’s Employment Law Group as they provide insight for employers on their responsibilities when it comes to employee leave and benefit rights. Also to be discussed will be the proper steps to be taken by employers as they investigate and respond to claims of harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

    This complimentary breakfast seminar is suited for business owners, office managers, human resources personnel and others responsible for the recruitment, selection, hiring, discipline and termination of employees and staff.

    This seminar has been approved for 2 General HR recertification credit hours by the HR Certification Institute.

    Registration, breakfast and networking begins at 8:00AM and the educational program will start promptly at 8:30AM. There will be time for audience questions at the conclusion of the program.

    Speakers include:

    Kathleen M. Connelly, Esq. – Employee Leave and Benefit Rights

    Steven Backfisch, Esq. – Responding to Discrimination Claims

    Register to Attend Here

  • Employment Law Seminar: Understanding The Legal Aspects of Hiring, Firing and Accommodating - 02/11/2016

    Join Lindabury McCormick’s Employment Law Group as they provide insight for employers on how to handle hiring, firing, and accommodating their employees.

    This complimentary breakfast seminar is suited for business owners, office managers, human resources personnel and others responsible for the recruitment, selection, hiring, discipline and termination of employees and staff.

    Topics to be covered include:

    • NJ’s Final ‘Ban the Box’ Rules – What Can Employers Ask About an Applicant’s Criminal History?
    • When is it Time For an Employment Contract?
    • Employment Handbooks – Why They’re Necessary & What To Include
    • Workplace Accommodations – Employer Responsibilities when Managing Disability and Religious Accommodations

    Leading this seminar will be:

    John H. Schmidt, Esq.
    Kathleen M. Connelly, Esq.
    Sergio D. Simões, Esq.

    REGISTER TO ATTEND

    Registration and networking starts at 8:00AM and the educational program will begin promptly at 8:30AM.  There will be a 15 minute break midway through the program as well as ample time for all attendees to pose questions to the presenters.

  • Practices, Tools and Strategies to Navigate Today’s Changing HR Realities - 10/16/2015

    Kathleen M. Connelly of Lindabury’s Employment group will be a featured speaker at the NJ YMCA State Alliance Human Resource Networking training event at the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA on Friday, October 16, 2015.  

    Kathleen’s presentation will focus on changes to the White Collar Overtime Exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

  • Ensuring Compliant Hiring and Leave Administration - 07/23/2015

    Lindabury attorney to provide guidance to session attendees on some of the latest legal and regulatory issues impacting HR professionals today

  • Protected Employee Speech and Unionization Activities In The Workplace Seminar - 06/11/2015

    Are your policies compliant in age of increased NLRB oversight and enforcement?

  • Avoiding Common Wage and Hour Pitfalls for Non-Exempt and Exempt Employees - 02/26/2015

    While the number of FSLA claims continue to rise there are several ways employers can reduce the likelihood of wage and hour lawsuits

  • Kathleen M. Connelly to Speak at Seminar on Effective Employee Screening - 02/18/2015

    Half day seminar dives deep into what employers can do in hiring decisions

  • In the Know: Effective Employee Screening - 02/18/2015

    Half day seminar dives deep into what employers can do in hiring decisions.

  • CHANGING DIRECTION, STAYING THE COURSE - 10/17/2014

    HOT TOPICS—IF YOU CAN’T TAKE THE HEAT, STAY OUT OF HR!

  • First Friday Seminar - 10/03/2014

    How Much Info to Share with Your Employees?

  • New Jersey Employment Law Seminar - September 2014 - 09/18/2014

    Employment Law Seminar to be held at Westfield location.

  • Lindabury Hosts Employment Law Seminar - 09/18/2014

    Seminar Held at Lindabury Offices

  • The Business of Staying in Business - 09/08/2014

    10 things every business owner needs to consider from insurance coverage to disaster planning

  • Do I Really Need an Employee Handbook? - 06/10/2014

    On October 3, 2014 Kathleen Connelly presented at the Suburban Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday meeting at the Grand Summit Hotel.  Kathleen spoke to business owners and HR professionals on the importance of maintaining an up-to-date and complete employee handbook.

    Follow @LindaburyLaw on Twitter to stay informed as to future seminars and educational opportunities.

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