California - The Golden State for Big HR Mistakes: What You Need to Know About Policies, Training and Key Statutes
Track: Employment Law & Legislation
Having operations in the Golden State poses unique challenges for HR. If you are not prepared watch out! Leaves of absence, sexual harassment training requirements, meal breaks, domestic partnerships, vacation accrual/payout, termination and privacy issues are just some of the areas requiring special treatment in California. Walk away with a solid understanding of how to comply with these laws, including checklists and other resources, so you can effectively work in the Golden State.
Allison West, Esq., SHRM-SCP, AWI-CH
For over 20 years, Allison West has used her employment law background in delivering customized workplace training, conducting investigations, coaching executives/managers, serving as an expert witness, and specializing in conflict resolution and facilitated discussions to create more collaborative work environments.
Allison is a top-rated speaker at the SHRM Annual Conference as well as other HR/diversity conferences, and is a national expert on harassment, discrimination and investigations. She has appeared on PBS, CBS This Morning and in O Magazine discussing workplace harassment issues.
She is a member of the State Bar of California and holds her SHRM-SCP certification and AWI-CH (investigation) certificate.