Return to work Roulette- A playful spin on CFRA FMLA FEHA ADA and WC Leaves
Embarking on the journey of managing employee leaves and returns to work can often feel like navigating a complex game of chance. Join us for an engaging session that adds a playful spin to the serious topics of FEHA, CFRA, FMLA, ADA, and Workers Compensation leaves.
In this interactive workshop, we'll unpack the intricacies of these crucial leave and accommodation laws while injecting a dose of lightheartedness. We understand that the legal landscape can be overwhelming, so we're here to help you master the game with confidence and a smile. Join us for a session that proves managing employee leaves and accommodations doesn't have to be a gamble. Roll with us as we spin the wheel, roll the dice, and emerge better equipped to tackle the intricate world of return to work regulations.
Christine Rodman
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Christine Rodman is a visionary leader with an extensive background in Human Resources and training, spanning over 25 years. Christine’s expertise shines through her skillful design and facilitation of numerous training programs, each crafted to enhance productivity, ensure legal compliance and elevate the morale within organizations across a broad spectrum of industries. Beyond her professional pursuits, Christine is deeply passionate about giving back to her field and the local community. Serving as State Director Elect for CalSHRM, Christine works to actively shape the future of HR practices and showcases her commitment to collaborative growth. Her altruism extends to organizations like the Volunteer Center of Sonoma County, Chops Teen Club, and the YWCA. Christine finds balance in an array of exhilarating activities. Whether scuba diving into the depths of the ocean, snowboarding down mountainsides, running marathons with determination, or relishing cherished moments with her family, Christine embraces life with enthusiasm and authenticity.
Eric De Wames
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As Managing Partner, Mr. De Wames leads the firm’s employment law practice in its nine offices throughout California. A renowned trial attorney, he represents businesses in the full range of employment and labor law litigation with creative strategies tailored to the individual needs of his clients.
Eric is a vetted Trial Attorney and an expert advocate in the full range of employment law matters including wage-and-hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims. He brings particular expertise to representing clients in class actions and claims under the Private Attorneys General Act. He’s a skilled counselor for all forms of businesses, public entities and school districts in all matters before federal/state agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, the Department of Fair Employment, and the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement and the Office of Administrative Hearings, to name a few. Twice he was named one of California’s Super Lawyer Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters.
An engaging speaker, Eric conducts seminars across the state to assist employers in navigating California’s rigorous, ever-evolving compliance regulations, always with an emphasis on preventing litigation. He’s a published contributing author for Forbes and he co-authored MS&A’s e-book, “Navigating COVID-19: A Legal Guide for California Employers.” It’s a free resource for businesses in our state, regularly updated to reflect the changing pandemic landscape.
Eric is also an employment law expert consultant for Insurance Education Association (IEA) an organization dedicated to providing HR, risk managers and insurance carriers education on disability management and other employment-related compliance mandates. He advises on and is an editor for IEAs course materials and is a frequent guest lecturer.
Eric graduated from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento with distinction. He was on the Dean’s Honor List, and was a member of the Traynor Honor Society for Academic Excellence.
He’s a founding member of the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Advisory Council, and supports a wide range of charities for human rights, animal welfare and access to health care.
Eric is proficient in written and spoken Spanish.
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