Current Seminars

 

 

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Reserve the Dates!!! - Public Sexual Harassment Training Webinar for Supervisors and Managers

February 12, 2008
April 8, 2008
June 10, 2008
August 12, 2008
October 14, 2008
December 9, 2008

State law provides that sex harassment prevention training is MANDATORY every two years for all supervisors and managers. Every supervisor and manager must be trained by December 31st unless they were trained in 2007. New hires into supervision and all persons promoted to supervisory positions must be trained within 6 months of hire or promotion date.

For more information about your BRGS training options and costs, click on this link.

Click here to read our Mandatory Sex Harassment Training Fact Sheet.

If you would like to enroll one or more of your supervisors and managers in one of our public webinar training programs, download a copy of the registration form by clicking the link below.

Please Click Here for our Online Calendar where you can view all events and registration information

 

 

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Past Seminars

GLA ALA Monthly Meeting Notice - Diversity and the Bottom Line
Omni Los Angeles Hotel
Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Managing the tension between billable hours and workplace inclusiveness requirements. If you would like to attend the program, download a copy of the program brochure by clicking on the link below.

Program (PDF)

 

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Reserve the Dates!!! - Live Sexual Harrassment Training for Supervisors and Managers
Sheraton Universal Hotel
November 27 and December 11

Training is MANDATORY every two years for all supervisors and managers. They must be trained by December 31 unless they were trained in 2006. If you would like to attend the program, download a copy of the program brochure by clicking the link below.

Please Click Here for our Online Calendar where you can view all events and registration information

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2007 Employment Practices Conference
November 2 - San Francisco
November 7 - Universal City

Founding Partner Richard Rosenberg and Associate Katherine Hren will be chairing this year's full day 2007 Employment Practices Conference sponsored by the California CPA Society. The full day program will cover a wide array of labor law issues facing California employers today. Mr. Rosenberg and Ms. Hren will present a featured program on the hot topic of wage-hour law compliance. They will discuss pay practices, overtime exemptions, revised meal and rest period rules and other legal issues relating to employee compensation. The conference is designed for HR professionals, business owners and other executives responsible for implementing and managing the company's wage hour law compliance. The program is open to any employer. If you would like to attend either program, download a copy of the program brochure by clicking the link below.

Program (PDF)

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Labor Law Update 2008 - How to Keep Your Company Out of Court
November 1st, 2007

Seminar Brochure (PDF)

 

Labor Law Update 2008 - How to Keep Your Company Out of Court SPEAKER: Mr. Richard S. Rosenberg of Ballard, Rosenberg, Golper & Savitt, LLP DATE: Thursday, November 1, 2007 TIME: 7:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. PLACE: Airtel Plaza Hotel, 7277 Valjean Avenue , Van Nuys , CA 91406 The topics covered in this half day seminar will cover information for small, medium-sized and large business employers who want to know what to do to avoid liability claims in the workplace. How to keep your company out of court. The most common mistakes employers make - learn how to avoid them to protect your company against legal action. Mr. Rosenberg is a founding partner of this management employment law firm in Universal City . His entire career has been devoted to providing advice and counsel exclusively to management on the spectrum of labor relations and employment law matters. His work includes advice on employment law strategy and compliance, as well as litigation. He frequently lectures to management groups on the subject of labor and employment law, and is the author of numerous articles in the field. He serves as a regular contributing author in the Los Angeles Daily Journal legal newspaper. Mr. Rosenberg is a graduate of the College of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University and the University of Santa Clara Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of California. Agenda: 7:15 a.m. Registration, Check-in, and Networking Breakfast (breakfast served until 8:15 a.m.) 8:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions 8:15 a.m. Employment Development Department/WorkSource Center UPDATE 8:30 a.m. Labor Law Update 2008 - How to Keep Your Company Out of Court 9:45 a.m. Break 10:00 a.m. Presentation Continued 11:15 a.m. Question and Answer Segment To register, please click here. Space is limited, registrations must be received by October 20, 2007. Registration fee (Member - $65, Non-member - $75) includes: full breakfast, seminar materials and parking. No refunds. Substitutions welcome. This employer seminar is provided for educational and informational purposes only; it does not constitute an endorsement of the curriculum or speakers by the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) or by the San Fernando Valley Employer Advisory Council (EAC). Aside from staff designated to represent the EDD, we assume no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of the materials provided during this event.

 

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Annual Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
September 7th, 2007

Partner Linda Miller Savitt will be presenting a mock trial on behalf of the defendant at the 25th Annual Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 7, 2007. Information about this program can be obtained through CAALA, 800 W. 6th St., Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90017, fax: (213) 487-1224.

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Employment Law Update in California
August 16, 2007

Founding Partner Richard Rosenberg, will be a speaker at the Employment Law Update in California on August 16, 2007 presented by Sterling Education Services, Inc.  Mr. Rosenberg’s address is called “Coping With Leave of Absence Laws”. If you would like to attend this program, click on the link below for the brochure on the program.
www.sterlingeducation.com

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Leaves of Absence in California
July 26, 2007

Kathryn McGuigan, an associate with the firm, will present the Lorman Education Services seminar, Leaves of Absence in California on July 26, 2007 in Palm Springs. If you would like to attend this program, click on the link below for the brochure on the program. www.lorman.com

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The Right Way to Terminate an Employee
July 12, 2007

Kathryn McGuigan has been invited to speak on "The Right Way to Terminate an Employee" at the Southern California Rheumatology Society on July 12, 2007 at 6:30 pm at the Little New York Restaurant 7316 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood CA 90046. For more information, contact Boris Ratiner, MD. at http://www.arthritisconsult.com

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Internal Investigations On Trial:
Plaintiff and Defense Perspectives
Friday, June 1, 2007

Senior partner Linda Miller Savitt is one of three panelists enlisted by the Stae Bar of California's Labor and Employment Law Section to discuss the do's and don't of an employer's internal investigation in  the context of successfully prosecuting or defending sexual harassment actions at trial.  Linda wil show you how a prompt and appropriate investigation can shield employers from liability.  In addition to Linda, you will hear from a well known plaintiff 's counsel about how he counsels an employee during investigation, how he attacks an investigation, and how he capitalizes on a poorly done investigation to turn the jury to the employee side.  If you'd like moreinformation, click on this link for a brochure: Internal Investigations On Trial

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American College of Forensic Psychiatry 25th Annual Symposium
April 27, 2007

Partner Linda Miller Savitt has been invited to speak at the American College of Forensic Psychiatry 25th Annual Symposium in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She will be speaking on “The Anatomy of an Employment Litigation Case; From Retention to Verdict”. For more information, go to www.forensicpsychonline.com.

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Lorman Educational Services: Business Immigration/Employment Law Issues for California Employers
December 6, 2006

Founding Partner Richard S. Rosenberg and Senior Associate Katherine A. Hren are featured speakers at this all-day program on Business Immigration and Employment Law Issues for the California Employer. The program addresses such issues as immigration laws and procedure and non-immigrant visas, retaining foreign workers, I-9 compliance and social security mismatch letters, hiring domestic and foreign-born applicants and the termination process. Mr. Rosenberg and Ms. Hren will be speaking during the afternoon portion of the program, covering the myriad issues surrounding the hiring and termination processes. Specifically, Mr. Rosenberg and Ms. Hren will discuss legal recruiting, applicants and interviews, pre-employment testing, background checks, hiring practices and employee compensation. The final segment of the day will address limitations on the employer's right to terminate employees, reductions in force, ERISA/insurance and benefits continuation/conversion issues, separation agreements and unemployment compensation.

The seminar is designed for HR professionals, business owners and other executives involved in the company's hiring process and/or managing of personnel issues. It will take place at the Sheraton Los Angeles Hotel, located at 711 South Hope Street, in Downtown Los Angeles.

If you would like to attend this program, click on the link below for the brochure on the program.

Lorman Educational Services (PDF)

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2006 Employment Practices Conference
November 3, 2006 – San Francisco
November 8, 2006 – Irvine

Founding Partner Richard Rosenberg will present a 1 hour program on wage and hour liability issues at a full day annual Employment Practices Conference sponsored by the California CPA Society. Mr. Rosenberg will discuss pay practices, overtime exemptions, revised meal and rest period rules and other legal issues relating to employee compensation. The conference is designed for HR professionals, business owners and other executives responsible for implementing and managing the company’s wage hour law compliance. If you would like to attend either program, download a copy of the program brochure by clicking the link below.

Employment Practices Conference (PDF)

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American Employment Law Council’s 14th Annual Seminar
October 18-21 2006

Partner Linda Miller Savitt has been invited to be a speaker at the American Employment Law Council’s 14th Annual Seminar in Naples, Florida October 18-21 2006. She will speaking on the topic of Litigating the Retaliation Claim: The Hardest Cases to Try. The AELC is the nation’s premier organization of high level Labor and Employment Attorneys practicing on the management side and its members include both in-house and outside counsel.

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Lorman Educational Services: "Lawful Hiring" National Tele-Conference
August 29, 2006

Senior Associate Katherine A. Hren conducted a national tele-conference on August 29, 2006 on the subject of lawful hiring. This course offered attendees a ‘nuts and bolts’ guide to lawful hiring, covering areas of recruiting, interviewing and pre-employment testing. The 90-minute program addressed the realities of hiring today’s workforce, including recent developments on the expansion of those who are considered “applicants” via internet resume submission and important guidelines to avoid liability under the myriad discrimination laws. Attendees learned how to avoid making unintended employment contracts, asking the right questions to obtain vital information and avoiding improper and illegal pre-employment inquiries. The course also covered different types of pre-employment tests, from drug testing and background checks, to psychological and honesty tests, and the privacy, legal and practical implications associated with each.

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PIHRA District 4 - Monthly Meeting: Wage Hour Gotcha's: Small mistakes with big dollar exposure

Partner Richard S. Rosenberg addressed the PIHRA District 4 monthly luncheon on the subject of wage hour law compliance and how little violations can add up to significant financial exposure. Richard is a founding partner of Ballard Rosenberg Golper Savitt LLP . He and partners Stephen R. Lueke and Mathew T. Wakefield co-authored the chapter Wage Hour Law in the widely distributed treatise Advising California Employers. Mr. Rosenberg has over 29 years of experience working with area employers to achieve compliance with California and federal labor laws.

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The Jack Daniels Los Angeles ABOTA Trial School Trial Demonstration
August 7, 2006

Partner Linda Miller Savitt will be a featured faculty member at the Jack Daniels Trial Advocacy School sponsored by the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates on August 7, 2006. Linda will be doing a demonstration of a defense opening statement. This seminar takes place at the Los Angeles Superior Court Central District, 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, California in the Presiding Judge’s courtroom. The purpose of this course is to enhance the participant’s skills as a trial attorney. For further information, you may e-mail abota@aol.com.

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24th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
July 19, 2006

Partner Matthew T. Wakefield is a featured speaker in this full day program on various contemporary labor and employment law issues that is sponsored by Region 21 of the National Labor Relations Board in cooperation with the Orange County Industrial Relations Research Association and the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. This program is ideal for human resources and labor relations managers, as well as attorneys, union officials, and others. Matt will be speaking on "A Full Board and a New General Counsel at the NLRB: A Future Remarkable or Predictable." The program will be held at the Sheraton Anaheim Hotel.

24th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference (PDF)

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Los Angeles County Bar Association Program
February 4, 2006

"Nuts and Bolts of Employment Law"

Partner, Richard S. Rosenberg was a featured speaker in this prestigious half day program on California employment law sponsored by the labor law section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association. Richard spoke on the subject of defending "public policy" wrongful termination claims. The program was held at Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, California

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Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Annual Seminar
February 3, 2006

“Key Issues in Employment Law”

Partner, Linda Miller Savitt was a featured speaker at this prestigious annual seminar sponsored by the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel. Linda spoke on the subject of successfully defending wrongful termination claims. The program was held at the Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California

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2005 Employment Practices Conference
November 15th, 2005
Partner Richard Rosenberg presented a lecture on wage and hour liability issues at the annual Employment Practices Conference sponsored by the California CPA Society. Mr. Rosenberg discussed pay practices, overtime exemptions, revised meal and rest period rules and other legal issues relating to employee compensation. The conference was designed for HR professionals, business owners and other executives responsible for implementing and managing the company's wage hour law compliance. The seminare was held at the Marriott LAX, Los Angeles, CA

Employment Practices Conference (PDF)

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California Employer Advisory Council
May 5-6, 2005
Partner Richard S. Rosenberg was the featured speaker at the California Employer Advisory Council's annual Conference. CEAC is the parent organization of all of the employers advisory council groups throughout the State. The California Employers Advisory Council works with the California Employment Development Department to improve the quality of employment services in California through its local employer advisory councils.

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California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB)
May 2005
Partner Linda Miller Savitt was a panelist in "Mediation and Arbitration Practice Skills for the Successful Advocate". This was an all day event regarding various aspects of mediation and arbitration and open to members of the bar, mediators and other neutrals.

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Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, 44th Annual Seminar
March 3-4, 2005, Century Plaza Hotel, Los Angeles, California.
In March 2005, partner Linda Miller Savitt was a featured panelist on the topic of "Do’s and Don’ts- Elimination of Bias in the Workplace" as part of the Southern California Defense Counsel’s annual seminar. The Conference was designed for defense attorneys’ continued education and generally brings out over 1000 attendees. The featured luncheon speaker for this event was William Jefferson Clinton, 42nd President of the United States.

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Lorman Educational Services
Partners Richard Rosenberg and Matt Wakefield, Senior Counsel Wendy Moss and associates Katherine Hren and Adrian Guidotti presented a full-day seminar for Lorman Educational Services entitled "Employment Law from A-Z". The program covered a wide range of topics important to employers.

Seminar Outline (PDF)

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Strikes and Labor Disputes in the Early 21st Century
Santa Monica, CA January 26, 2005
Partner Matthew Wakefield was one of two speakers selected to discuss strikes and labor disputes in the early 21st Century. Topics included the new role of litigation, creative strategies and tactics both sides utilize. Class action claims arising from labor disputes and the future role of the NLRB were also covered.

This event is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Bar Association Labor and Employment law section and held at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica, CA.

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California CPA Society Education Foundation
November 9 - 10, 2004 - Los Angeles and San Francisco
Partner Richard S. Rosenberg was a featured speaker on wage and hour law at the Annual California CPA Society Education Foundation's Annual Employment Law Seminars in Los Angeles and San Francisco. The seminar was attended by over 300 CPA's.

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Linda Miller Savitt to Speak at the 22nd Annual Meeting for the Labor and Employment Section of the State Bar of California
November 5, 2004 - San Francisco Hilton, San Francisco
Linda Miller Savitt particpated in two panel discussions, titled "Tactcs, Tips and Tidbits: The Art of Taking the Killer Deposition," and "Navigating the Evidence Code -- How to Frame the Unobjectionable Question."

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Antelope Valley Employer Advisory Council Labor Law Update
October 27, 2004 - Antelope Valley, CA
Partner Richard S. Rosenberg was the featured speaker at a half-day seminar delivered to more than 175 employers at the annual employer seminar co-sponsored by the Antelope Valley Employers Advisory Council and the California Employment Development Department. Mr. Rosenberg gave participants practical tips on how to avoid the latest claims employees are making against employers and comply with the various employment laws affecting California employers.

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San Fernando Valley Employer Advisory Council Labor Law Update
October 19, 2004 - Los Angeles, CA
Partner Richard S. Rosenberg was the featured speaker at a half-day seminar delivered to more than 300 employers at the annual employer seminar co-sponsored by the San Fernando Valley Employers Advisory Council and the California Employment Development Department. Mr. Rosenberg gave participants practical tips on how to avoid the latest claims employees are making against employers and comply with the various employment laws affecting California employers.

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Lorman Educational Services
September 14, 2004 - Long Beach, CA
Partners Richard Rosenberg and Matt Wakefield presented a full-day seminar for Lorman Educational Services entitled "Employment Law from A-Z".

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Linda M. Savitt Moderated Employment Seminar
July 29, 2004 - Omni Hotel, Los Angeles
The Association of Southern California Defense Council tapped partner Linda Miller Savitt to moderate its annual employment law seminar held Thursday, July 29th at the Omni Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. Linda was joined by prominant in-house counsel for the University of Southern California, Health Net, Inc. and Monitor Liability Managers, Inc.

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State Bar of California Litigation Section Annual Trial Symposium 2004
March 2004, Silverado Resort, Napa, California
Partner, Linda Miller Savitt was a member of the symposium faculty for the State Bar of California Litigation Section Annual Trial Symposium co-sponsored by the Labor and Employment Law Section in March 2004. She was invited to speak on new California Civil Instructions (CACI) for the program "Champions of the Courtroom, the Art of Trying Cases". Ms. Savitt had been a member of the State Bar Special Advisory Subcommittee on Labor and Employment Jury Instructions from 2001-2003 and two days before the seminar had received a defense verdict on a 3-plaintiff sex harassment case.

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Wage And Hour Law Update In California
August 20, 2003 - Long Beach, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource and payroll professionals, accountants, business owners and managers. For more information and literature, please click on the link below.

Exempt vs. Nonexempt - The Survival Kit
July 10, 2003 - Woodland Hills, CA
PIHRA (Professionals In Human Resources Associations) is hosting a Monthly Breakfast Meeting in Woodland Hills, CA on July 10th at 7:30am. The topic for this meeting is Exempt vs. Nonexempt - The Survival Kit. Richard Rosenberg a founding member of Ballard Rosenberg Golper & Savitt, LLP will be presenting as well as answering questions after the presentation.

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Litigation Tricks Du Jour:
Cutting Edge Strategies for Employment Cases
June 21, 2003 - Los Angeles, CA
Presented by the Labor and Employment Law Section
Program Information: An in-depth level seminar for litigators interested in learning the latest tricks, strategies and tactics being used by leading members of the plaintiff and defense employment bars. This seminar will cover practical issues that arise from pre-litigation, during litigation, at trial, and during settlement negotiations. Topics will include SLAPP, emerging discovery issues and techniques and obscure procedural rules that both sides can use for strategic advantage.
Speakers: Hon. James C. Chalfant, Los Angeles Superior Court
Linda C. Miller Savitt, Ballard Rosenberg Golper & Savitt, LLP
Steven J. Rottman, Rottman-Kaplan, LLP
Andrew H. Friedman, Helmer & Friedman, LLP, Moderator

Harassment
February 1, 2003 - Los Angeles, CA
Richard S. Rosenberg, one of our founding partners, has been asked to speak at a very prestigious seminar presented by the LA County Bar Association. The seminar entitled "From Hiring to Firing: Nuts and Bolts of Employment Law" will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2003 at the Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles from 9am to 12:30pm. Southwestern Law School is located at 675 S. Westmoreland Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005. This seminar will include 12 speakers covering six broad topical areas - initial employment agreements such as employment contracts/handbooks and trade secrets/covenants not to compete; discrimination law; harassment law; disability law/ accommodation; leaves of absence; and, wage and hour law.

California Wage And Hour Law Update
January 16, 2003 - Arcadia, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource and payroll professionals, accountants, business owners and managers.

Sexual Harassment
December 4, 2002 - San Gabrial, CA
A 3 hour program designed for human resource and payroll professionals, accountants, business owners and managers.

Time Off: State And Federal Laws On Employee Leave, Vacations, And Holidays In California
November 1, 2002 - Santa Barbara, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource professionals, benefits managers, in-house counsel, accountants, business owners and managers, payroll supervisors and bookkeepers.

Managing Employees Who Can't or Won't Work: Employer Rights under State and Federal Time Off Laws
October 9, 2002 - Radisson Hotel in Oxnard, CA
The Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council and The State of California Employment Development Department is sponsoring a half day program at the Radisson Hotel in Oxnard featuring founding partner Richard S. Rosenberg called "Managing Employees Who Can't or Won't Work". This seminar will update human resources professionals and business owners on what they must know in managing time off requests under the confusing array of federal and state time off laws.

Introduction To Employment And Labor Law In California
October 1, 2002 - Santa Barbara, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource and payroll professionals, business owners and managers who have limited experience with employment and labor laws.

Managing Employees Who Can't Or Won't Work: Employer Rights Under State And Federal Time Off Laws
September 25, 2002 - Long Beach, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource professionals, benefit managers, in-house counsel, accountants, business owners and managers, payroll professionals and bookkeepers.

Controlling Absenteeism and Tardiness: Management's Obligations Under Federal and State Time Off Laws
June 20, 2002 - Hyatt Regency in Garden Grove, CA
June 25, 2002 - Holiday Inn in Laguna Hills, CA
The Orange County Employers Advisory Group is sponsoring two 3 hour programs for human resources executives, business owners and house counsel featuring Ballard Rosenberg Golper & Savitt, LLP founding partner Richard S. Rosenberg. You are invited to attend. The cost is only $80 (EAC non members) and $60 (EAC members). This three hour seminar will update human resources professionals and business owners on what they must know in managing time off requests under the confusing array of federal and state time off laws: CFRA; FMLA; ADEA; Pregnancy Disability Act; COBRA; Workers' Compensation; Military Leave; Jury Duty; Educational Leave; Kin Care.

Employment Law Experts: How to Use 'Em, Lose 'Em and Abuse 'Em"
April 20, 2002 - Southwestern University School of Law, Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law Section

Top Secrets: Seasoned Trial Lawyers Reveal Their Best Tips & Tricks
March 14, 2002 - Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County Bar Association Labor and Employ ent Law Section, 22nd Labor and Employment Law Symposium

Wage and Hour Issues In California
January 10, 2002 - Pasadena, CA
January 17, 2001 - Pasadena, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource and payroll professionals, accountants, business owners and managers.

Arbitration Options for the Mediation Impasse
November 3, 2001 - Malibu, CA
Southern California Mediation Association, 13th Annual Conference, Pepperdine University

Employment Related Records in California
October 24, 2001 - Arcadia, CA
January 19, 2001 - Los Angeles, CA
A one-day seminar designed for human resource professionals, business owners and managers, payroll professionals, bookkeepers and accountants.

Recent Trends in Labor and Employment Law
September 4, 2001 - San Fernando Valley
CPA Discussion Group, California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Sex, Lies & Video Tapes, What You Need to Know in the Defense of Employment Litigation
February 15, 2001 - Los Angeles, CA
Moderator, Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, 40th Annual Seminar

Trying the Punitive Damages Phase of an Employment Case
October 28, 2000 - Berkeley, CA
State Bar of California, 18th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference

Strategies in Employment Discovery
June 3, 2000 - Los Angeles County Bar Association
Labor and Employment Law Section

Hot Topics in Employment Practice
June 1, 2000 - San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
Catholic Healthcare West Southern California

Avoiding Sexual Harassment Claims
May 20, 2000 - Cerritos, CA
Presented to Universal Care Medical Group Providers

Punitive Damages
March 10, 2000 - Los Angeles, CA
20th Annual Labor and Employment Law Symposium, Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section