Overview:
If any Supervisors are on the front lines of employment law compliance. From hiring and scheduling to discipline and termination, their daily decisions directly affect legal risk and employee relations. However, many supervisors lack formal training in employment laws and may unknowingly expose their organizations to costly claims.
This seminar is designed to give supervisors the practical legal knowledge they need to manage confidently, fairly, and within the law.
By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:
- Recognize how employment laws apply to day-to-day supervisory responsibilities
- Avoid discriminatory or retaliatory practices in hiring, evaluation, and discipline
- Understand wage and hour requirements, including overtime and break rules
- Respond appropriately to employee complaints, leave requests, and accommodation needs
- Document performance and conduct in a way that supports legal compliance
- Communicate policies clearly and enforce them consistently
Why you should Attend:
- Understand your responsibilities under key federal and state employment laws
- Prevent common legal pitfalls in hiring, managing, and disciplining employee
- Learn how to handle sensitive workplace situations legally and appropriately
- Protect yourself and your organization from complaints and liability
- Build stronger teams through fair, consistent, and compliant leadership
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Overview of key employment laws: FMLA, FLSA, ADA, Title VII, EEOC guidelines, and more
- Protected classes and avoiding discrimination in hiring and management
- Handling harassment complaints and maintaining a respectful workplace
- Managing employee leave, medical issues, and accommodations
- Wage and hour basics: breaks, overtime, and classification
- Documentation do's and don'ts for discipline and termination
- The supervisor's role in enforcing policies and reporting issues
- Practical case studies and real-world examples
Who Will Benefit:
- First-time and Experienced Supervisors
- Department and Team Leaders
- HR Professionals who support Supervisors
- Office Managers and Site Coordinators
- Operations and Shift Supervisors
- Anyone responsible for managing Staff or Enforcing Policies