Speaker
Joseph Ortiz, Best Best & Krieger
An experienced trial lawyer and human resources attorney, Best Best & Krieger LLP Partner Joseph T. Ortiz has successfully tried employment matters before state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and Arbitration tribunals on claims of all types. Joseph’s experience includes the representation of private and municipal employers in employment matters of all kinds, such as: wrongful termination, discrimination and harassment, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, wage-and-hour violation, leave law compliance, breach of implied employment contract, interference with prospective economic advantage, unfair competition, Unfair labor practices, breach of contract, ADA compliance, OSHA citations and much more.
HRCI Credit is Pending
Employment law in California is can be complex and 2018 has brought us a whole new set of regulations to comply with. This presentation will review the regulations, bills, and other legislation that affect Human Resource professionals in 2018. From the new transgender rights regulations to the salary inquiry prohibition, this presentation will provide a summary and question and answer component.
Key takeaways
- Understand California’s new law expanding the categories of sexual harassment.
- Determine whether your company is infringing on any transgender rights and, if so, how to fix it.
- Wage & Hour Compliance
- Gain a clear understanding of changes in applicant and hiring practices.