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SUMMARY:2025 Massachusetts Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:McLane Middleton’s annual Massachusetts Employment Law Update will be held on November 5\, 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Boston-Woburn. Join our employment attorneys as we discuss the latest trends in employment law that you don’t want to miss. \nThis year’s program will explore scenarios where diverse cultures intersect in the workplace and will highlight how these intersections can impact communication\, management\, and integration. \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m. – Registration/Welcome \n8:30 a.m. – News You Can Use\nPresenter:  Peg O’Brien and Sean LaPorta \nAn update on federal and state laws\, recent case law and agency guidance impacting Massachusetts private employers. \n9:15 a.m. – Navigating the Collision Between Religious Rights and Pronouns in the Workplace \nPresenters:  Adam Hamel \nAs workplaces strive to foster inclusive environments\, a growing legal and cultural tension has emerged between employees’ religious beliefs and the expectation to use colleagues’ pronouns. This session will discuss the current legal landscape governing religious accommodations and gender identity protections\, practical strategies for employers and HR professionals to balance competing rights and obligations\, and approaches to conflict resolution and respectful dialogue in diverse workplaces. \n9:45 a.m. – Immigration Concerns at Work\nPresenters: Shiva Karimi & Andrea Hellrigel \nWork authorization remains a critical compliance issue for employers\, with evolving rules on documents expirations\, automatic EAD extensions\, and reverification requirements. This session will examine the legal and practical implications of these developments\, as well as the employment authorization options available to support workforce stability and compliance. \n10:15 a.m. – Break \n10:30 a.m. – Employment Decisions Based on Employee Use of Social Media\, In and Out of the Workplace\nPresenter:  Amanda Brahm \nFrom political opinions to personal videos\, employee social media activity—whether on or off the clock—can raise challenging questions for employers. This session examines how social media use intersects with employment decisions\, employee rights\, and workplace policies. Gain a clearer framework for evaluating social media issues fairly and lawfully\, balancing brand reputation\, employee rights\, and workplace harmony. \n11:00 a.m. – AI for HR: What Is Coming and How Can You Use It?\nPresenter: Cameron Shilling \nArtificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how organizations attract\, manage\, and support their workforce. But with so much change\, how can HR professionals stay ahead of the curve—and use AI tools responsibly and effectively? This session will discuss emerging AI trends in HR\, from talent acquisition to performance management\, legal and ethical considerations\, including bias\, transparency\, and data privacy\, how to evaluate and implement AI tools that align with your HR goals\, and what’s next. \n11:45 a.m. – Addressing Reasonable Accommodation Requests in the Workplace\nPresenters:  Brian Garrett and Sean LaPorta \nNavigating employee accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related laws can be complex for employers and HR professionals. This session will provide practical guidance on how to respond to and manage reasonable accommodation requests while balancing legal compliance\, business operations\, and employee needs. Topics will include understanding the interactive process\, evaluating different types of requests\, handling documentation and confidentiality\, and avoiding common pitfalls that can lead to liability. \n12:30 p.m. – END \nCost – $175.00 (After September 4\, 2025) \nRegistration includes continental breakfast\, electronic copies of materials\, and credits.
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/2025-massachusetts-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Boston-Woburn\, 15 Middlesex Canal Park Dr.\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference
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SUMMARY:2025 Seacoast Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:McLane Middleton’s annual Seacoast Employment Law Update will take place on October 30\, 2025. This year\, we are doing a deep dive into one of the most challenging aspects of managing a workforce – managing difficult employees. Our group of experienced employment attorneys will guide you through essential strategies for effectively managing performance issues\, accommodation requests during a performance matter\, and other challenging behavior in the workplace. This live\, interactive seminar will provide you with the skills needed to quickly identify and effectively resolve workplace issues while minimizing personal and organizational legal liability. \n8:00 a.m. – Registration \n8:20 a.m. – Welcome \n8:30 a.m. – News You can Use\nPresenters: Jennifer Parent and John Rich \nAn overview of all of the latest developments in employment law and workplace regulations. This session will highlight recent legal updates\, trends\, and practical takeaways that employers can apply immediately to manage risk\, stay compliant\, and improve workplace practices. \n9:15 a.m. – Navigating internal investigations by developing a fair and consistent approach to determine if discipline is appropriate\nPresenter: Peg O’Brien \nInternal investigations are among the most challenging responsibilities for HR and management teams. This session will explore best practices for conducting investigations that are thorough\, impartial\, and legally sound. We will discuss how to assess credibility\, evaluate findings\, and determine whether discipline is appropriate—all while ensuring consistency\, fairness\, and risk mitigation. \n10:00 a.m. – Break \n10:15 a.m. – Discussing best practices in responding to complaints involving off duty conduct\nPresenter: Amanda Brahm \nWhen employee behavior outside the workplace raises concerns\, employers face complex questions about when and how to respond. This session will address best practices for evaluating off-duty conduct complaints\, balancing employee privacy with organizational values and legal obligations\, and determining when discipline or intervention is appropriate. \n10:45 a.m. – Reviewing best practices for addressing ADA accommodation and leave requests during a performance or disciplinary issue\nPresenter:  Brian Garrett  \nRequests for accommodation or leave often arise just as an employee is facing performance concerns or disciplinary action\, creating legal and practical challenges for employers. This session will review best practices for handling these situations in compliance with the ADA and related laws. \n11:30 a.m. –  Exploring benefits of separation agreements and releases\nPresenter: Madeline Lewis \nSeparation agreements and releases can provide valuable protections for employers while offering clarity and closure for departing employees. This session will explore the key benefits of using these agreements\, common provisions to include\, and strategies to minimize legal risk. \n12:00 p.m. –  Litigation lessons learned – The problem employee – what can be learned from the case law.\nPresenters: Sean LaPorta and Amanda Archambault  \nManaging challenging employees can carry significant legal risk. This session examines real-world case law to highlight common pitfalls and key lessons employers can learn when addressing performance\, conduct\, and disciplinary issues. \n12:30 p.m. – Conclusion \nCOST: $150.00 \nFee includes continental breakfast\, electronic copies of materials\, and credits. \nPayment can be made via credit card and are fully refundable until Friday\, October 24\, 2025.
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/2025-seacoast-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:The Venue at Portwalk Place\, 22 Portwalk Place\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Massachusetts Employment Law Update presented by McLane Middleton’s employment attorneys will take place on Thursday\, October 19\, 2023 from 8:00a.m. to 12:30p.m. at the Crowne Plaza in Woburn. This half-day event will provide important legal updates relating to the human resource function of business. Join our employment attorneys in discussing the latest trends in employment law as we prepare you to manage your workforce in the coming year. \nAgenda: \n8:00 a.m. – Registration/Welcome \n8:30 a.m. – News You Can Use \nPresenters: Adam M. Hamel & Sean S. LaPorta\nThis session will discuss federal and state court decisions effecting religious accommodations\, diversity initiatives\, and a wide range of other employment laws.  In addition\, the EEOC\, US DOL\, FTC and NLRB agencies have all recently issued guidance and proposed rules for employers.  The impact of these decisions and agency actions on the workplace will be reviewed to ensure your business is remaining in compliance. \n9:30 a.m. – Wage and Hour Developments\nPresenter: Peg O’Brien\nThis session will provide an overview of employee wage and hour concerns\, including classification of employees\, calculation of overtime\, and compliance with the Massachusetts Wage Act. Recent decisions on these topics and others will be reviewed to help employers avoid a costly wage claim. \n10:30 a.m. – Break \n10:45 a.m. – Managing Difficult Employees\nPresenters: Brian B. Garrett & Amy M. Cann\nThis session will discuss managing and documenting employee performance\, discipline and termination without triggering a claim against the business for discrimination or harassment. In addition various fact patterns to help your company effectively manage employment law litigation risks will be covered. \n12:00 p.m. – Employee Handbooks\nPresenter: Vineesha S. Sow\nThis session will review the key policies every employer should include in their employee handbook\, as well as provide updates on policies employers may wish to review/adopt in preparation for 2024 in light of recent changes in employment laws and related developments including the impact of recent NLRB decisions on handbook policies. \n12:30 p.m. – END
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/massachusetts-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Boston-Woburn\, 15 Middlesex Canal Park Dr.\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference,Woburn Seminar
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SUMMARY:New Hampshire Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:McLane Middleton’s annual New Hampshire Employment Law Update will take place on on May 2\, 2023 at the Castleton Banquet & Conference Center in Windham\, NH. \nJoin our employment attorneys as we discuss the latest trends in employment law. As always\, we will share “News You Can Use\,” along with presentations on topics affecting employers today. \nAgenda: \n8:00 a.m.\nRegistration \n8:30 a.m.\nNews You Can Use\nPresenters: Adam M. Hamel & Jennifer L. Parent \n9:30 a.m.\nEmployee Benefits Update\nPresenter: John E. Rich\, Jr. \n10:00 a.m.\nBreak \n10:15 a.m.\nResponding to Workplace Accommodations\nPresenters: Adam M. Hamel & Vineesha Sow \n11:00 a.m.\nAvoiding Risks with Recruiting and Hiring: Interview Do’s & Dont’s\nPresenter: Brian B. Garrett \n11:45 a.m.\nWhat Your Non-Union Workplace Needs to Know About the NLRB Recent Rulings\nPresenter: Adam M. Hamel \n12:15 p.m.\nLunch \n1:15 p.m.\nWorkplace Safety Requirements – OSHA and Workers Compensation\nPresenter: Amy M. Cann \n1:45 p.m.\nAn Employee has Been Injured in the Workplace – Now What?\nPresenter: Peg O’Brien \n2:30 p.m.\nH-1B Overview and Updates\nPresenter: Shiva Karimi \n3:00 p.m.\nBreak \n3:15 p.m.\nPerformance Management – Discipline and Discharge Issues\nPresenters:  Jennifer L. Parent and Amy M. Cann \n4:00 p.m.\nQ&A/Wrap-up \n4:15 p.m.\nReception \nMcLane Middleton will be offering HRCI and SHRM credits for this event.
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/new-hampshire-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:Castleton Banquet & Conference Center\, 58 Enterprise Drive\, Windham\, NH\, 03087
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference
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SUMMARY:2022 Massachusetts Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Massachusetts Employment Law Update presented by McLane Middleton’s employment attorneys will take place on Wednesday\, November 9\, 2022 from 8:30a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the Conference Center at McLane Middleton’s Woburn Office. \nThis half-day event will provide important legal updates relating to the human resource function of business. Join our employment attorneys in discussing the latest trends in employment law as we prepare you to manage your workforce in the coming year. \nProgram\nRegistration: 8:00 a.m.\nProgram: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m.\nRegistration/Welcome \n8:30 a.m.\nNews You Can Use \nPresenters: Adam M. Hamel\, Linda S. Johnson \n9:15 a.m.\nRestrictive Covenants \nPresenter: Adam M. Hamel \n10:00 a.m.\nWage and Hour Update\nPresenter: Margaret “Peg” O’Brien \nBREAK 10:45 – 11:00 \n11:00 a.m.\nWorkplace Investigations: Understanding When They Are Necessary and Demystifying the Process\nPresenter: Susan E. Schorr \n11:45 a.m.\nEffectively Responding to and Handling Employee Accommodation Requests\nPresenters: Brian B. Garrett and Linda S. Johnson \n  \nCredits\nMcLane Middleton will be offering HRCI and SHRM credits for this event. \nCost\nRegistration is $75.00 per person\, and includes continental breakfast\, electronic copies of materials\, and credits.\nPayment can be made via check or credit card and is fully refundable until Friday\, November 4\, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. ET. \nLocation\nMcLane Middleton’s Woburn Conference Center\n300 TradeCenter Drive – Suite 7600\nWoburn\, MA 01801
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/2022-massachusetts-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:McLane Middleton’s Woburn Office\, 300 TradeCenter\, Suite 7600\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference
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SUMMARY:2022 New Hampshire Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:After a 2+ year hiatus due to COVID-19\, we are excited to announce our 2022 New Hampshire Employment Law Update will take place on May 24\, 2022 at the Castleton Banquet & Conference Center in Windham\, NH. \nJoin our employment attorneys in discussing the latest trends in employment law as we prepare you to manage your workforce in the coming year. \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m.\nRegistration/Welcome \n8:30 a.m.\nNews You Can Use\nPresenters: Adam M. Hamel\, Jennifer L. Parent\, John E. Rich\, Jr. \n9:45 a.m.\nEffectively Responding To and Handling Employee Accommodation Requests\nPresenters: Linda S. Johnson and Brian B. Garrett \n10:30 a.m.\nBreak \n10:45 a.m.\nRomantic Relationships in the Workplace\nPresenter: Margaret “Peg” O’Brien \n11:15 a.m.\nWorkplace Investigations: Understanding When They Are Necessary and Demystifying the Process\nPresenter: Susan E. Schorr \n12:15 p.m.\nLunch \n1:15 p.m.\nRestrictive Covenants\nPresenter: Adam M. Hamel \n1:45 p.m.\nHR’s Role in Cybersecurity\nPresenter: Cameron G. Shilling \n2:30 p.m.\nBreak \n2:45 p.m.\nWage and Hour Update\nPresenter: Margaret “Peg” O’Brien \n3:15 p.m.\nUnderstanding and Preventing Retaliation\nPresenters: Linda S. Johnson and Jennifer L. Parent \n4:30 p.m.\nQ&A/Wrap-Up/Reception \nFor full session descriptions\, click here. \n  \nProgram\nRegistration: 8:00 a.m.\nProgram: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n  \nCredits\nMcLane Middleton will be offering 6.5 HRCI and SHRM credit hours for this event. \n  \nCost\nRegistration is $150 per person\, and includes continental breakfast\, lunch\, networking reception\, electronic copies of materials\, and credits. \nPayment can be made via credit card and is fully refundable until Friday\, May 20\, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. ET. \n  \nLocation\nCastleton Banquet & Conference Center\n58 Enterprise Drive\nWindham\, NH 03087
URL:https://www.mclane.com/event/2022-new-hampshire-employment-law-update/
LOCATION:Castleton Banquet & Conference Center\, 58 Enterprise Drive\, Windham\, NH\, 03087
CATEGORIES:Employment Conference
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