MT|SHRM Monthly Chapter Meeting

Workplace Harassment: 'Tis the Season

Presented by Megan M. Sutton - Shareholder, Baker Donelson and Katelyn (Katie) R. Dwyer - Associate, Baker Donelson 

Workplace harassment, including sexual harassment, is one of the leading areas of liability facing employers. Holiday parties, gift exchanges, and other social events can serve as a catalyst for inappropriate workplace conduct. Human Resources professionals must be proactive to ensure against liability for such claims of harassment. During this presentation, we will discuss the legal and ethical obligations of HR professionals including steps to ensure you have appropriate policies in place, employee training on those policies, proper investigation strategies for complaints, and more. Please join us to get the lowdown on best practices or to get a refresher and ensure your policies and practices are up-to-date.

Learning Objectives

• Review of legal and ethical obligations

• Discussion of appropriate policies and employee training

• Best practices for mitigation of risk and investigating claims 

Schedule: Doors open at 7:15 am CT for registration/networking. Breakfast begins at 7:30 am, presentation starts promptly at 8:00 am

Registration:  Closes Friday, December 1 at 11:59pm CT

Certification: 1 SHRM and HRCI CEU

Meet Our Speakers:

Megan M. Sutton
Shareholder, Baker Donelson
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Megan Sutton defends local, regional, and nationally-known employers in a broad range of employment matters, including the defense of cases under federal and state discrimination laws, against retaliation claims, and against claims for violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). Ms. Sutton also litigates non-compete cases and advises clients facing challenging workforce issues such as employee discipline, termination, and leave issues. She also counsels clients through internal investigations involving claims of whistleblowing, harassment, and wage and hour issues.

Katie R. Dwyer
Associate, Baker Donelson
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Katie Dwyer represents clients in a wide variety of employment litigation matters, including cases involving discrimination, retaliation, covenants not to compete, and wage and hour issues. Ms. Dwyer also counsels clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws, and assists in the drafting and reviewing of employment handbooks, employment agreements, separation agreements, and other internal documents.

Thank You To Our Sponsor For Making This Event Possible.