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Employment Matters
An Employment Law podcast series for human resource executives and in-house counsel which features conversations with labor and employment lawyers with global expertise on key employment law topics and trends, immigration news and other important HR legal solutions for global and multinational companies.
Episodes
Employment MattersEpisode 211: New Normal for Employees in the United States
In this episode, we discuss the “new normal” for employers, return to work issues in light of increased vaccination administration, and what the workplace of…
Employment MattersEpisode 210: Whistleblowing Hotlines in Europe
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode, we discuss a new EU directive on whistleblowing, which was passed in December, 2019. Subscribe to our…
Employment MattersEpisode 209: Looking Ahead at OSHA Activity in 2021 and Beyond
Occupational Safety & Health law and OSHA have received major attention in the national political arena. Employers still implementing safety-first best…
Employment MattersEpisode 208: 2020 Year in Review Recap from China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea & Hong Kong
In this episode, we provide an overview of some key points discussed in our Year in Review webinar, featuring China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea & Hong Kong. We…
Employment MattersEpisode 207: Doing Business in Europe: Key Employment Law Considerations
From Employment Matters - Europe: In order to fuel economic growth, many Asian companies are looking to expand internationally. Investors looking to do…
Employment MattersEpisode 206: Navigating the Federal Sea Change: The Impact of the 2020 Election on Employers
With the elections now in the rearview mirror, the pending inauguration of President-elect Biden and the convening of the new Congress in January, employers…
Employment MattersEpisode 205: E-Learning in the Age of COVID-19
Online learning has seen significant changes since the spread of the pandemic. Many higher educational institutions are met with demands to shift from being in…
Employment MattersEpisode 204: Restrictive Covenants in Croatia
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode, we discuss restrictive covenants in Croatia, which intend to prevent former employees from competing with…
Employment MattersEpisode 203: COVID-19 Updates from the United States & Advice for Employers
In this episode, we discuss the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across the United States, and how employers can keep their operations up and running safely. We…
Employment MattersEpisode 202: The Narcissistic Executive
Transformational leaders challenge the status quo, provide a vision of a promising future, and inspire their followers to join in the pursuit of a better…
Employment MattersEpisode 201: Employer Considerations on Vaccination Policies
In this episode, we share an update on considerations for employers regarding vaccination policies in the context of COVID-19. Download Cline Williams' E-Alert…
Employment MattersEpisode 200: New Cal-OSHA Regulations and their Impact on Employers During COVID-19
In this episode, we discuss Cal-OSHA's new regulations, designed to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace in California. Subscribe to our podcast today…
Employment MattersEpisode 199: The Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa
In this episode, we discuss the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa, and how this piece of legislation affects employers who fail to…
Employment MattersEpisode 198: Remote Working and Temporary Unemployment in Belgium
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode, we discuss remote working in Belgium, temporary unemployment and recent employment legislation updates…
Employment MattersEpisode 197: Confronting Financial Challenges in Higher Education
Decreased funding sources and increased expenses were creating incredible financial challenges for institutions of higher education long before COVID-19, and…
Employment MattersEpisode 196: New Privacy Act in New Zealand
In this episode, we discuss the new Privacy Act in New Zealand, taking effect on December 1st, 2020. The Act includes regulations on cloud storage providers…
Employment MattersEpisode 195: Employment Law in Yemen: War, Resource Shortages & a Pandemic
In addition to the challenges being felt by the rest of the world due to the pandemic, Yemen is facing unique challenges as an effect of the ongoing war. In…
Employment MattersEpisode 194: Temporary Layoffs (ERTEs) in Spain
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode, we discuss employment measures provided by the Spanish government to help companies during these challenging…
Employment MattersEpisode 193: Indonesia's New Omnibus Law on Job Creation
In this episode, we discuss the new Omnibus Law in Indonesia. The intention behind the law was to make it easier to do business in Indonesia, bolster…
Employment MattersEpisode 192: Mandatory Vaccines in the Age of COVID-19
In this episode, two of our legal experts share their observations with regard to mandatory vaccinations (not specific to flu, but generally) in the employment…
Employment MattersEpisode 191: OSHA Penalizes Multiple Employers in the Same Workplace: Construction & Non-Construction Sites
A hazardous condition at a multiemployer worksite causes potential liability to each and every employer there, regardless of which employer caused the hazard…
Employment MattersEpisode 190: Navigating the New LGBTQ+ Landscape Following the Supreme Court's Landmark Ruling
The new Supreme Court ruling prohibits employers from discriminating against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees based on their sexual orientation…
Employment MattersEpisode 189: Campus Speech in 2020: Social Justice, Social Media, COVID-19 and an Election
In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the natural tensions between expression and speech on campus and address issues frequently arising in the current social…
Employment MattersEpisode 188: Economic Support for Employers and Employees in Romania and Belarus
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode, we discuss the current economic crisis and its effect on unemployment, support for employees/employers when…
Employment MattersEpisode 187: Principals for vacation entitlements of employees in Germany
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode of Employment Matters - Europe, we discuss legal bases for vacation entitlements of employees in Germany…
Employment MattersEpisode 186: The Power of Innovations During COVID-19 & the Future of Work in Bulgaria
From Employment Matters - Europe: In this episode of Employment Matters - Europe, we discuss Bulgarian legislation regarding terminating and hiring employees…
Employment MattersEpisode 185: Advice for French Employers During the Pandemic
From Employment Matters - Europe: In the very first episode of our Employment Matters - Europe channel, we discuss the status of the pandemic in France…
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Employment MattersEpisode 184: Redundancy in the Nordics
In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the key measures that should be taken into consideration for businesses in Europe who are being forced to reduce their…
Employment MattersEpisode 183: Back to Work Challenges: An Employee's Perspective
In this episode, we discuss common concerns related to returning to work as well as legal considerations for employers who need to address these concerns…
Employment MattersEpisode 182: The Impact of the New Trade Agreement: Significant Changes for American & Canadian Companies Doing Business in Mexico
In this webinar to podcast, we discuss the new tri-lateral trade agreement and its purpose in leveling the playing field in terms of total labor costs in the…
Employment MattersEpisode 181: Navigating the Legal Risks as Employers Prepare for a Possible COVID-19 Vaccine
In this episode, we discuss the potential legal issues employers may face once a COVID-19 vaccine is available to the public. Subscribe to our podcast today to…
Employment MattersEpisode 180: An Employer’s Duty to Investigate Complaints of Workplace Wrongdoing: Damned If You Don’t and Damned If You Don’t Do It Properly
In this episode, we discuss best practices for employers dealing with complaints of inappropriate or unlawful conduct in the workplace. Subscribe to our…
Employment MattersEpisode 179: Campus Speech in 2020 Webinar Teaser
In this podcast, we outline some topics that will be discussed in greater detail on September 30th in our webinar: Campus Speech in 2020: Social Justice…
Employment MattersEpisode 178: Surviving the Back to School Frenzy: Employment Law Considerations When Employee's Children Are In Virtual or Hybrid School
In this webinar to podcast, legal experts discuss the challenges employees are facing due to schools having hybrid or all virtual schedules. Hot topics…
Employment MattersEpisode 177: OSHA: Inspections & Investigations
In this special webinar to podcast, experts provide and discuss scenarios related to handling OSHA inspections and investigations amid business reopening…
Employment MattersEpisode 176: The Impact of Travel on Businesses in Germany
In this episode, we discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on travelers returning to Germany from risk areas. Areas affected include business trips as well…
Employment MattersEpisode 175: What US Employers Can Do to Avoid Retaliation Cases in the COVID-19 Era Workplace
In this episode, we discuss the relevance of retaliation claims in the COVID-19 era for employers in the United States. Topics include the increase in…
Employment MattersEpisode 174: Data Protection Considerations in Vietnam in the Context of COVID-19
In this episode, we discuss employment issues like mandatory & voluntary COVID-19 tests, medical questionnaires, contact tracing apps, and data privacy in…
Employment MattersEpisode 173: COVID-19 Impact on the Restaurant & Hospitality Industry in the US
In this special edition of Employment Matters, we focus on how the pandemic has affected bars, restaurants, and the hospitality industry in the United States…
Employment MattersEpisode 172: Returning to Work in Paraguay
In this episode, we focus on teleworking regulations in Paraguay, as well as suspensions and compensation for employees infected by COVID-19. Subscribe today…
Employment MattersEpisode 171: COVID-19 in Africa: Updates from Tanzania
In this episode, we learn more about key developments in the Tanzanian workplace and how COVID-19 is affecting businesses. Listen to Episode 144 of Employment…
Employment MattersEpisode 170: Reopen, Restructure, Rebuild: Meeting Today’s Extraordinary Operational Challenges in Higher Education
This episode focuses on the legal issues that arise as institutions of higher education examine necessary adjustments to their academic programs & operations…
Employment MattersEpisode 169: Canada's Return to the New Workplace
In this episode, experts from across Canada will discuss considerations for re-opening including: Federal and Provincial Rules & Requirements Employment Rights…
Employment MattersEpisode 168: COVID-19 in Middle East / Africa: Updates from the GCC
In this episode, we have gathered three employment law experts from Qatar, UAE & KSA to provide updates on returning to the workplace, government aid & more…
Employment MattersEpisode 167: COVID-19: Global Re-Opening Safety Strategies and Support Services
The ELA is proud to partner with Keramida Global EHS & Sustainability Services to help ELA members and their clients understand the COVID-19 Re-Opening…
Employment MattersEpisode 166: Title IX Final Rule: Mandating Sweeping Change to Higher Education Campuses
Join us in this episode as legal experts from across the US discuss highlights and key takeaways from the over 2,000 pages contained in the Title IX Final…
Employment MattersEpisode 165: COVID-19 Updates from Brazil & Post-Crisis Procedures
In this episode, we learn about the status of the pandemic in Brazil, current legislation & post-crisis procedures. Subscribe today to stay up to date on…
Employment MattersEpisode 164: COVID-19 Updates from Mexico & Re-opening Businesses
Join us in this episode as we hear updates from Mexico, and how the country plans to prepare for the re-opening of businesses. Subscribe today to stay up to…
Employment MattersEpisode 163: If Only We Had…Using Early Lessons from COVID-19 to Help Plan for the Future
In this episode, we focus on helping schools identify common legal issues, projects, and problems that, while not created by the COVID-19 pandemic, were…
Employment MattersEpisode 162: COVID-19 @ Work: Straight Talk Series - Session 5 of 5: Bankruptcy in the U.S.
In the final session of our Straight Talk series, our legal experts provide practical tips for organizations on how to protect your business from bankruptcy…
Employment MattersEpisode 161: COVID-19 @ Work: Straight Talk Series - Session 4 of 5: Employee Benefits
In the fourth episode of our Straight Talk series, our panel of experts address practical strategies and best practices for maintaining compliant benefit plans…
Employment MattersEpisode 160: COVID-19 @ Work: Straight Talk Series - Session 3 of 5: Landlord Tenant Agreements
In the third episode of our Straight Talk series, our panel of experts explore possible protections offered by certain clauses in lease agreements, best…
Employment MattersEpisode 159: COVID-19 @ Work: Straight Talk Series - Session 2 of 5: Business Interruption and Civil Authority Insurance
In the second session of our Straight Talk series, we explore existing policy clauses and best practices to submit a claim, how to document and support your…
Employment MattersEpisode 158: COVID-19 @ Work: Straight Talk Series - Session 1 of 5: Workplace Safety and OSHA Regulations
In this episode, we explore worker health and safety strategies for employers, drawing from regulatory guidelines and requirements as employers plan for…
Employment MattersEpisode 157: Empowering the Workplace: A Hong Kong Perspective
In this special edition of Employment Matters, we learn about corporate culture as we discuss a survey published by Deacons, our Hong Kong member firm. At the…
Employment MattersEpisode 156: COVID-19 @ the Workplace: The Asia Experience - Part III: Legal Updates Toward Recovery
In this special COVID-19 episode, we have gathered a panel of law experts from Asia to provide legal updates on workplace challenges resulting from the…
Employment MattersEpisode 155: Mental Health and Wellness in the Virtual Workplace
In this special edition of Employment Matters, our PhD mental health expert and workplace consultant will review self-care tips, how to support employee…
Employment MattersEpisode 154: COVID-19 in Europe: Updates from Germany
In this special COVID-19 episode, hear about the economic situation in Germany and how the labor market is being affected by the pandemic. Subscribe today to…
Employment MattersEpisode 153: COVID-19 in Europe: Updates from Hungary
In this special COVID-19 episode, listen to important information about legal provisions, administrative proceedings, reduced working time & other recent legal…