Ogletree Deakins Podcasts

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Ogletree Deakins Podcasts

Welcome to the Ogletree Deakins podcast page. Here, you can expect to hear timely and conversational discussions on labor and employment law topics covering the latest developments and trending issues impacting employers. We encourage you to subscribe and also rate and review if you find the podcast useful. Now that you’re a listener, here’s a little bit about us. Ogletree Deakins is an international labor and employment law firm representing management in every aspect of labor and employment-related legal matters. We represent employers of all sizes and across many industries, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies. We provide coverage throughout the United States, and in Canada, Mexico, and Europe. You can learn more by visiting us at www.ogletree.com. Contact us with topics you’d like to hear, questions, and feedback at client.services@ogletree.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter (@OgletreeDeakins). Thank you!

  1. 16 MIN. AGO

    Cybersecurity AMA, Part One: Data Privacy Breach First Steps, AI Legislation, Automated Decisionmaking and More Top Global Issues

    In this roundtable discussion, members of the firm’s Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice Group discuss a wide range of important topics, including steps to take when a data breach is suspected, trends in artificial intelligence (AI) legislation, and privacy impact assessments. Simon McMenemy (Managing Partner, London) and Ben Perry (Of Counsel, Nashville), who are co-chairs of the practice group, are joined by Tracey Kinslow (Of Counsel, Nashville), Nicola McCrudden (Of Counsel, London), Erin Schachter (associate, Montréal), and Lauren Watson (Associate, Raleigh). The speakers cover developments in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

    24 min

  2. 25 MIN. AGO

    Immigration Insights: Understanding the National Interest Waiver (NIW) Green Card Category

    In this podcast, Meagan Dziura (Raleigh) and Jamey Petri (Austin) dive into the National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card, exploring what makes a petition compelling and what has brought about this surge in NIW interest by employers. They break down the key elements of a strong NIW case and discuss how the recent election results will impact the future of NIWs.  Jamey and Meagan provide insights into the NIW’s requirements, its advantages over the traditional PERM process, and the reasons for its growing popularity in recent years.

    28 min

  3. NOV 20

    Cross-Border Catch-Up: The Complexities of Terminating Employment in the Netherlands

    In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Maya Barba (San Francisco) and Patty Shapiro (San Diego) discuss employee terminations in the Netherlands—which can be challenging for employers due to the area’s strict legal obligations. Patty and Maya discuss the procedural requirements associated with terminations as well as the underlying grounds for termination such as serious cause, performance issues, and redundancy. They also address employee entitlements related to termination, including required notice, statutory severance, and other complexities involved in the termination process in the Netherlands, including when government permission is required.

    16 min

  4. NOV 19

    Protecting Workers From Valley Fever: Best Practices and Cal/OSHA Guidelines for High-Risk Jobs

    In this podcast, Karen Tynan (shareholder, Sacramento) and Kevin Piercy (shareholder, Fresno) discuss Valley fever, also known as coccidioidomycosis, a lung infection caused by inhaling fungus spores commonly found in the soil of California’s Central Valley and parts of the southwestern United States. Karen, who is the West Coast chair of the firm’s Workplace Safety and Health Practice Group, and Kevin delve into the symptoms, causes, and the occupations most at risk, such as construction and agricultural jobs that disturb the soil. They also review relevant Cal/OSHA regulations, including sections 3203, 5141, 5144, and 14300, providing critical guidance on how employers can protect their workers and respond if Valley fever is suspected.

    20 min

  5. NOV 18

    Multistate Monday, Election Edition: Legislative Action in the Works as the Ballot Boxes Open

    n this episode of our Multistate Monday podcast series, co-chairs of the firm’s Multistate Advice and Counseling Practice Group, Dee Anna Hays (shareholder, Tampa) and Lucas Asper (shareholder, Greenville), sit down with Shareholder Jim Plunkett (Washington, D.C.) to discuss key legislative updates in light of the upcoming elections. Dee Anna, Lucas, and Jim, who is chair of the firm’s Governmental Affairs Practice Group, discuss the FTC’s non-compete ban; the NLRB’s target enforcement areas such as employer speech on unionization; the DOL’s overtime rule and its effect on wage-and-hour law trends at the state and local levels; OSHA’s new proposed rule on heat illness prevention; and more. Jim also explains how the presidential candidates’ administrations and policy priorities, as well as congressional actions, could affect current labor and employment legislative actions.

    31 min

  6. NOV 18

    California Workplace Violence Restraining Orders: New Protections Take Effect in January 2025

    In this podcast, shareholders Karen Tynan (Sacramento) and Amy Bianchini (San Diego) discuss the circumstances under which a California employer may seek a restraining order on behalf of an employee. Karen, who is co-chair of the firm’s Workplace Violence Prevention Practice Group, and Amy address California Code of Civil Procedure Section 527.8 and procedures to effectively obtain restraining orders. They also cover the scope of restraining orders, including who can be restrained and who can be protected, and they highlight the procedural requirements, which may vary from county to county, and review a case study.

    21 min

  7. NOV 12

    Safety Perspectives From the Dallas Region: Inside OSHA’s Meatpacking National Emphasis Program

    In this installment of our Safety Perspectives From the Dallas Region podcast series, shareholders Frank Davis (Dallas) and John Surma (Houston) sit down with Ryan Swink (associate, Houston) to discuss OSHA compliance officers’ approach to inspections of meatpacking facilities. The discussion covers topics ranging from Process Safety Management (PSM) evaluations and ergonomics to documentation standards and recordkeeping. The speakers also address what constitutes a reasonable inspection, highlighting when inspections may become overly broad or unduly burdensome, which could violate Section 8 of the OSH Act.

    28 min

  8. NOV 7

    Safety Basics VIII: The Intersection of Employment and Workplace Safety Law

    In this installment of Ogletree Deakins’ Safety Basics podcast series, shareholders John Surma (Houston) and Erika Leonard (Austin) examine the intersection of employment law and workplace health and safety law. Erika and John cover internal employment investigations when a safety incident has occurred and consider decisions such as who should conduct the investigation, whether to conduct witness interviews, and the ins and outs of reviewing documentation and physical spaces and/or objects that may be involved. John and Erika also offer insight into potential compensation and/or leave and accommodation issues, and the importance of determining whether an incident warrants employee discipline or discharge.

    28 min
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Welcome to the Ogletree Deakins podcast page. Here, you can expect to hear timely and conversational discussions on labor and employment law topics covering the latest developments and trending issues impacting employers. We encourage you to subscribe and also rate and review if you find the podcast useful. Now that you’re a listener, here’s a little bit about us. Ogletree Deakins is an international labor and employment law firm representing management in every aspect of labor and employment-related legal matters. We represent employers of all sizes and across many industries, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies. We provide coverage throughout the United States, and in Canada, Mexico, and Europe. You can learn more by visiting us at www.ogletree.com. Contact us with topics you’d like to hear, questions, and feedback at client.services@ogletree.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter (@OgletreeDeakins). Thank you!

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  • Creator
    Ogletree Deakins
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    99
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2018, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
  • Show Website
    Ogletree Deakins Podcasts

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