Managing Within the Law (Videos)

There are a myriad of laws and regulations governing workplace issues such as discrimination, harassment and the hiring and dismissal of employees. Our managing within the law programs will help protect you and your employees by educating you about the laws that must guide policy and behavior in the workplace.

This Video series is for Front Line Managers, Mid Level Managers, Exec Level. This online course contains 18 videos.

Video 1: At Will Employment

The at will employment doctrine means an employee can be terminated at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice. During this program, you'll learn the definition of at will employment and the four key exceptions to the doctrine. You'll also learn practical management tips to follow to prevent legal claims of a wrongful termination. Topics include At Will Employment, Contractual Exceptions, Statutory Exceptions, Public Policy Exceptions, Employment Tort Exceptions, and Preventing Legal Claims.

Video 2: Complying with ADA Requirements as of 2009

Complying with ADA Requirements as of 2009 teaches you how to identify ADA requirements, describe how a disability is defined, explain what reasonable accommodations means, identify appropriate post-hiring questions, and describe situations that justify limited medical inquiries. This course explains the basic requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. The Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA makes it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities. As a manager, you need to know what is covered in the ADA. In this course you will learn how to comply with the ADA requirements during the hiring process. You'll also learn who qualifies for protection under the ADA and how to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. In addition, you'll learn what questions, if any, may be asked of disabled employees after hiring. Topics include Complying with ADA Requirements as of 2009.

Video 3: Complying with ADA Requirements

This course covers the original Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) enacted in 1990. For information that includes the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, please see the course "Complying with ADA Requirements as of 2009". Topics include Complying with ADA Requirements, ADA Requirements, ADA Coverage, Reasonable Accommodations, and Post-Hiring Questions.

Video 4: Discrimination

Most managers are unaware their actions on the job may lead to illegal discrimination. The results can mean employee dissatisfaction and expensive lawsuits. This program will help you understand discrimination laws and how to avoid illegal discrimination. In addition, you'll learn guidelines to prevent unintentional discrimination when hiring, promoting and terminating employees. Topics include Discrimination, Illegal Discrimination, Sex/Gender, Age 40 and Over, Race and Color, Religion, National Origin/Ancestry, Citizenship, Veteran and Military Status, Preventing Discrimination, and Avoiding Discrimination.

Video 5: Discrimination (Presentation Style)

Most managers are unaware their actions on the job may lead to illegal discrimination. The results can mean employee dissatisfaction and expensive lawsuits. This program will help you understand discrimination laws and how to avoid illegal discrimination. In addition, you'll learn guidelines to prevent unintentional discrimination when hiring, promoting and terminating employees. Topics include Discrimination, Discrimination Defined, Proving Illegal Discrimination, Protected Characteristics, Preventing Discrimination, Hiring, and Promoting and Terminating.

Video 6: Drug and Alcohol Abuse in the Workplace

Drug and alcohol abuse not only impacts efficiency and productivity, but it also increases health care costs, absenteeism and conflicts amongst employees. During this program, you'll learn how to identify substance abuse by employees. You'll also learn regulations for drug testing and employee privacy rights. In addition, you'll learn how to maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. Topics include Drug and Alcohol Abuse at Work, Drug Testing, Testing Regulations, Disability Law Issues, and Your Role as a Manager.

Video 7: Family and Medical Leave Act as of 2009

Family and Medical Leave Act as of 2009 teaches you how to identify FMLA requirements, describe reasons for FMLA leave, explain how to arrange for FMLA leave, identify health coverage during FMLA leave, and describe returning to work after FMLA leave. This course explains the basic requirements of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its expansion in January of 2009. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law, enacted by Congress to assist employees in balancing their personal and family lives with the demands of the workplace. In this course you will learn about the coverage and conditions under the FMLA and examine how to resolve FMLA issues. In addition, you'll learn the rights of employees and employers granted under the FMLA. Topics include Family and Medical Leave Act as of 2009.

Video 8: Family and Medical Leave Act

This course covers the original Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993. For information that includes the new regulations that took effect January, 2009, please see the course "Family and Medical Leave Act as of 2009". Topics include Family and Medical Leave, FMLA Coverage, Reasons for Leave, Arranging for Leave, Health Coverage, Returning to the Workplace, and State Law.

Video 9: FLSA and State Wage-Hour Law

The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, is the federal law that governs workplace wages and hours, requiring strict compliance by employers. Along with state wage-hour laws, the FLSA makes up the body of law that must be followed by each employer. During this program, you'll learn the limitation of coverage under the FLSA and how employees are treated depending on position or level. You'll also learn the pay requirements and applicability of the FLSA, and how to make important payroll choices. In addition, you'll learn the FLSA requirements for documenting hours and wages of your employees. Topics include FLSA & State Wage-Hour Law, FLSA Coverage, Exempt and Non-Exempt Employees, FLSA Pay Requirements, Making Payroll Choices, and Record Keeping.

Video 10: Freedom of Religion in the Workplace

Freedom of religion is a fundamental principle in this country, and exercising that freedom in everyday life includes the workplace. During this program, you'll learn the definition of religious discrimination and harassment. You'll also learn how to accommodate religious beliefs and the limits on accommodation obligations. In addition, you'll learn your role as a manager and what you can do to avoid religious discrimination and harassment. Topics include Religious Discrimination, Religious Harassment, Reasonable Accommodation, Undue Hardship, and Your Role as Manager.

Video 11: Freedom of Speech in the Workplace

You might think your employees are free to say anything they want within the workplace. However, the right to free speech is limited in the private workplace. During this program, you'll learn the constitutional protections for public employees and the limits on free speech rights. In addition, you'll learn the differing rights of public and private employees. Topics include Freedom of Speech in the Workplace, The First Amendment, Free Speech in the Public Workplace, and Free Speech in the Private Workplace.

Video 12: Legal Guidelines for Interviewing

Asking candidates fair and challenging questions can make or break the interview process. Not only can improper questions make you miss out on talented candidates but they can also be illegal. During this program, you'll learn the three principles to keeping interviews within legal boundaries. You'll also learn what can and cannot be asked when interviewing, as well as other legal issues regarding the interview process. Topics include Legal Guidelines for Interviewing, Guiding Principles, Things to Avoid, Protected Characteristics, and Other Legal Issues.

Video 13: Preventing Sexual Harassment - Manager Version

Do you know the legally required management procedures to follow when a harassment complaint is made? During this program, you'll learn the conditions under which liabilities for harassment can occur and the elements of an effective harassment policy. You'll also gain an awareness of the correct procedures to implement when complaints arise. Topics include Preventing Sexual Harassment, Sexual Harassment, The Claimant, Unwelcome Sexual Harassment, Internal Complaint Procedure, Consensual Relationships, Implementing Complaint Procedures, and Conducting an Investigation.

Video 14: Respecting Employees' Individual Rights

Even though most states are employment-at-will territories, employees do have rights in the workplace that are guaranteed by law. During this program, you'll learn how company policies are essential tools for preventing trouble in the workplace. You'll also learn employees' rights to inspect their personnel files and other laws regarding employees' rights. In addition, you'll learn employers' rights to monitor their employees as regards sexual harassment and discrimination. Topics include Respecting Employees' Individual Rights, Company Policies, Employee Access to Personnel Files, Employee Monitoring, Sexual Harassment and Discrimination, and Other Employee Rights.

Video 15: Top Ten Ways for a Manager to Stay Out of Jail

The workplace is becoming increasingly complex with many federal and state laws protecting the rights of employees. As a manager, you need to be aware of these laws in order to effectively and legally manage your employees. During this program, you'll learn the top ten issues to keep in mind while interacting with your employees. You'll also learn tips on how to deal with these issues and stay on the right side of the law. Topics include Top Ten Ways for a Manager to Stay Out of Jail, Offer Letter, FMLA and ADA, Exempt and Non-exempt Employees, Respect Employee Privacy, Provide Training, Prevent Harassment, Avoid Discrimination, Termination Letters, Document Performance Problems, and Conduct Performance Reviews.

Video 16: Working Wounded: Preventing Lawsuits

Behind most lawsuits are problems that could have been avoided. Watch as Bob Rosner, founder and syndicated columnist of Working Wounded, discusses how you can help prevent company lawsuits. Topics include Preventing Lawsuits.

Video 17: Wrongful Termination

With every discipline or termination decision, you're at risk of a lawsuit. In some cases, you may even be at risk if you fail to fire someone. During this program, you'll learn the restrictions involved in termination. You'll also learn about liability, just cause and the importance of communication. In addition, you'll learn what is meant by progressive discipline and due process, as well as what to consider and what to avoid during the termination decision. Topics include Wrongful Termination, Employment at Will, Restrictions and Exceptions, Communication, Liability and Just Cause, Progressive Discipline, and Termination Decision.

Video 18: Wrongful Termination (Presentation Style)

With every termination decision, you're at risk of a lawsuit. In some cases, you may even be at risk if you fail to fire someone. During this program, you'll learn the restrictions and exceptions involved during the termination process and how to avoid liability by demonstrating just cause. In addition, you'll learn about progressive discipline and due process, as well as what to consider when deciding to terminate an employee. Topics include Wrongful Termination, Employment At Will, Termination, Liability and Just Cause, Communication, Progressive Discipline, and The Termination Decision.