Session Description

James Reid, your legal expert, to provide an engaging learning experience. This session presents a unique opportunity to explore significant employment law cases from across the country, transforming complex legal scenarios into relatable, understandable lessons. Engage with real-world case studies, uncover pivotal legal principles, and gain actionable insights into navigating the intricate maze of employment law.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:

• Learn how to audit processes to update employee handbooks and agreements.
• Identify additional trainings to implement based on recent legal developments.
• Develop strategies to take immediate action in anticipation of proposed bills and pending court cases.

About the Speaker

James Reid is a labor and employment attorney who counsels business owners, entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, in-house counsel, and human resources directors to make strategic business decisions, from hiring to firing, while complying with the ever changing and overlapping laws, including the ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, NLRA, and Title VII. He brings a business focused and proactive approach to legal matters to help employers make strategic business decisions to minimize the potential for litigation and business disruption.

His deep understanding of his clients' businesses enables him to deliver clear and concise counsel to meet each client's specific needs. If litigation is involved, he enforces restrictive covenants and defends employers against charges filed with the EEOC, state, and federal agencies.

James is also a sought after keynote and national speaker at conferences and events, including the PayrollOrg, SHRM, Tedx, Community Bankers of Michigan, iSIGMA, HRUnite!, HR Conference Cruise and HR Day.