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04/11/2018

Workplace Harassment Webinar: April 17th

The Association and Fisher Phillips have arranged for a webinar to present very timely information on protecting your company from costly lawsuits. Everyone, especially  managers, should hear this presentation to become proactive and put your business in the strongest position for success against any claim of  harassment.

Maribeth G. Wuertz, Esq. spoke at our recent board meeting and shared information about potential legal issues and how to prevent and correct harassment. Everyone in attendance gained valuable insights and practical implementation tips.

Webinar Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2:00 pm  

Free for members: Register Here

 

What You'll Learn:

1. TOP 10 REASONS TO TAKE ACTION NOW 

Be proactive and put your business in the strongest position for success against any claim of harassment.

2. THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Important Concepts to Understand

Elements of Sexual Harassment and Examples

Elements of Discriminatory Harassment and Examples

Liability for Harassment

3. PREVENTING AND CORRECTING HARASSMENT

The Six Step Plan for Preventing and Correcting Harassment

Guidelines for Responding to a Possible Harassment Complaint

4. FINAL IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS/Q&A

 

Presenter:  Maribeth G. Wuertz, Attorney at Law, Fisher & Phillips LLP 

Maribeth Wuertz is an attorney in the firm's Cleveland office. She advises employers on developing effective strategies for addressing workplace issues while complying with myriad state and federal employment laws. In addition, she facilitates pro-active, employment relations programs for employers including employee attitude assessments, employment practice audits, and supervisory training. 

Maribeth has represented employers before state and federal courts and administrative agencies in all areas of labor relations and employment law. She frequently lectures on a variety of employment law issues including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), sexual and discriminatory harassment, and substance abuse in the workplace. Prior to joining private practice, Maribeth clerked for the Honorable Alice M. Batchelder, United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.

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