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FELTG Executive Director Deborah Hopkins instructing a class
Apr
10
Wed
Virtual Training Event – Drafting Enforceable and Legally Sufficient Settlement Agreements
Apr 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Course Description

Most disputes in federal agencies settle employment disputes — whether they initiate as grievances, EEO complaints, or as appeals of agency disciplinary actions. While it’s common to assume that settlement means the agency has a flaw in its case, it has no direct tie to liability or admissions of wrongdoing. Often, it’s the most efficient and effective way to handle a dispute and allow you to get back to focusing on your agency’s mission.

During this interactive half-day virtual training, Bob Woods will discuss the roles and responsibilities of individuals involved in settlement discussions, and will cover considerations for why and when to consider settlement as an option. In addition, he’ll explain concepts including confidentiality, legality, and enforceability.

Mr. Woods will also cover specific settlement terms that may be negotiated including references, compensatory damages, reinstatement or promotions, modifications to benefits, clean records, and more.

Learning objectives

Attendees will learn how to:

  • Implement best practices in drafting plain language agreements.
  • Structure a possible agreement.
  • Identify the limits on settlement terms.

Plus, you’ll have opportunities to ask questions. The training will run from 1 – 4:30 pm ET, with 10 minute breaks throughout.

 

Date and Time

Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 1:00 – 4:30 pm eastern.

Instructor

Bob Woods

Registration

Download Individual Registration Form

Price

  • Early Bird Tuition (register by March 11): $495
  • Standard Tuition (August March 12 or later): $595
  • Rates per registrant.
  • Want to register a group? Group discounts for 10 or more attendees are available through March 25. Contact FELTG.

 

Event FAQs

  • Can I attend Virtual Training from my government computer?
    • FELTG uses Zoom to broadcast this Virtual Training Institute event. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If for some reason your firewall will not allow access, you’re welcome to use your personal email address to register, and to attend the sessions from your personal device.
  • Can I earn CLE credits for this class?
    • CLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees.  If you are seeking CLE credit, attendees may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. Attendees may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended.
  • Can I share my access link with co-workers?
    • No. Registration for this event is per individual, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person.
  • Can I register a teleworker?
    • This event is individual registration, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or in an agency facility.
  • How do I receive a group rate discount?
    • Group rates are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals. Group discounts are available through March 11. 

Cancellation and No-show Policy for Registered Participants: Cancellations made after the cancel date on the registration form will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses. Pre-paid training using the “Pay Now” option will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses. No-shows will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses.

Apr
11
Thu
Virtual Training Event – Up to the Minute: The Latest Changes to Reasonable Accommodation for Pregnancy, Disability, and Religion
Apr 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Course Description

It’s critical to stay updated on the always-evolving issue of accommodation, whether you’re a supervisor/manager, an HR professional, or an EEO specialist. And if you think reasonable
accommodation has been evolving a little more quickly than usual, well, you are correct.

Over the last year:

  • The Supreme Court upended decades of precedent regarding the undue hardship standard for religious accommodation.
  • The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission started accepting charges under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
  • The EEOC continues to process numerous claims regarding reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

Join Attorney and FELTG Instructor Katherine Atkinson for this two-hour review of all things new in the world of accommodation. She’ll cover the latest developments bulleted above and share detailed guidance for providing effective reasonable accommodations for disability, pregnancy, or religious reasons.

Attendees will learn how to:

  • Recognize agency responsibilities under the PFWA.
  • Define undue hardship and explain how it applies to current religious accommodation requests.
  • Effectively conduct the interactive process – and identify when it’s required.
  • Determine whether (or not) to ask for more medical documentation.

Fail to stay up to date on accommodation and you could easily find yourself on the wrong side of a complaint. Join us!

Date and Time

April 11, 2024, 1 – 3 pm ET

Instructor

Katherine Atkinson

Registration

Download Individual Registration Form

Pricing

  • Early Bird Tuition: $345 (register by March 12)
  • Standard Tuition: $385 (register March 13-April 11)
  • Rates per registrant.
  • Want to register a group? Group discounts for 10 or more attendees are available through March 26. Contact FELTG.

Event FAQs

  • Can I attend Virtual Training from my government computer?
    • FELTG uses Zoom for this Virtual Training Institute event. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If for some reason your firewall will not allow access, you’re welcome to use your personal email address to register, and to attend the sessions from your personal device.
  • Can I share my access link with co-workers?
    • No. Registration for this event is per individual, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person.
  • Can I register a teleworker?
    • This event is individual registration, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or in an agency facility.
  • How do I receive a group rate discount?
    • Group rates are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event. Group discounts are available through March 12.

Cancellation and No-show Policy for Registered Participants: Cancellations made after the cancel date on the registration form will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses. Pre-paid training using the “Pay Now” option will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses. No-shows will not be refunded or given credit toward future courses.

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