Dear Helga is Back: It's 2023 and the HR Issues Just Won't Stop!

2023 Annual
Dear Helga is an entertaining and practical look at complicated human resources issues and provides business-focused solutions.

We've all said it:  'I would write a book, but who would believe these stories are true?'  Unfortunately, many of the human resources tales from are far too real! While it is unclear exactly as to what Helga will confront during this program, be certain they will be those confounding all of us on a day-to-day-basis. This fast-paced, practical and entertaining session will focus on uncommon HR issues and examine practical, business-focused solutions that you can use immediately to solve those problems.

Learning Objectives:

  • Examine complicated human resources concerns through a practical and entertaining program.
  • Analyze relevant employment laws while, at all times, keeping in mind the business realities of any complex HR scenario.
  • Focus on human resources leadership and effective ways to communicate solutions to organizational leadership.

In-person session offerings are on a first-come, first-served basis.

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All virtual sessions inherently run the risk of audio or visual issues due to factors out of our control. If any technical difficulties arise, we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to resolve it. Most virtual sessions are recorded and will be available to view on demand until Monday, August 14 at 8:00 AM PT.

Date(s) & Time(s): 
Monday, June 12, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Presenter: 

Michael S. Cohen, J.D.

Michael S.
Cohen, J.D.

Michael S. Cohen is a partner in Duane Morris’ Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group.  Michael concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling. He has trained and counseled employers throughout the country on subjects including harassment prevention; diversity, equity and inclusion; combatting implicit bias; performance management; discipline and discharge; hiring and recruiting practices; performance evaluations; FMLA, ADA and FLSA compliance; leave of absence policies; LGBTQ+ issues in the workplace; substance abuse testing; workplace violence; records retention; conducting background checks; and more. Michael also has conducted investigations into claims of harassment and discrimination and has drafted employee handbooks, employment agreements, non-compete agreements and post-termination agreements. Michael regularly conducts in excess of 200 trainings each year.  He has represented clients throughout the country in EEO and other administrative proceedings.

Michael has been cited as a national authority on employment issues by The New York Times, The Associated Press, USA Today, MSNBC.com, HR Magazine, SHRM On-Line, Employment Law 360, Inside Counsel Magazine, as well as many other publications. Michael serves as an Advisory Board Member of GenHERation and as a Board Member of Serve, Inc. Michael is a 1997 magna cum laude graduate of Temple University Beasley School of Law and a cum laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania.

Location: 
W232
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Mega Session
Competency: 
Business (Behavioral)
Organization (Technical)
People (Technical)
Intended Audience: 
Mid-Level
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