Live from Workplace Horizons 2025 - Emerging AI + Related Tech Issues in the Workplace
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Welcome to this special edition of We get work®. Over 500 representatives from 260 companies gathered together to share valuable insights and best practices on workplace law issues impacting their business today. Here's your personal invitation to get those insights delivered directly to you live from Workplace Horizons 2025 in New York City, Jackson Lewis's annual Labor and Employment Law Conference.
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We get Privacy for work: Defining Reasonable Safeguards
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Many federal and state laws require companies to have reasonable cybersecurity safeguards in the event of a data breach, but do not specify what protections are actually required. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Safeguards 02:24 Understanding Reasonable Safeguards 04:46 Conducting Data Security Risk Assessments 11:01 Navigating Legal Frameworks and Compliance 17:48 Implementing Effective Employee Training
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Navigating the Rise of Accommodation Requests in Life Sciences
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Accommodation requests are evolving, and life sciences employers are witnessing a surge in diverse and creative requests. Chapters 00:00 The Rise of Accommodation Requests in Life Sciences 05:44 Navigating the Interactive Process 12:10 Challenges in Fast-Paced Startups 16:57 Establishing Effective Accommodation Processes
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We get Privacy for work: Why you Need a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan Now
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As states increasingly introduce legislative requirements for how companies respond to cybersecurity threats, it is more important now than ever for organizations to have a plan in place to address data breaches if and when they occur. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to We get Privacy for work 01:39 Understanding Incident Response Plans 03:05 Key Components of an Incident Response Plan 08:45 The Importance of Preparedness and Practice 12:00 Creating Usable and Effective Plans 16:11 Actionable Steps During an Incident 19:03 Reviewing and Updating the Incident Response Plan
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Mental Health Accommodations in the Workplace
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Accommodation requests for mental health issues are on the rise. Even though these types of disabilities might not be outwardly apparent, employers must address requests for mental health accommodations in the same way they would evaluate— and potentially accommodate—any disability as legally required. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Accommodations 03:08 The Interactive Process in Mental Health Accommodations 06:00 Challenges in Recognizing Mental Health Disabilities 08:53 The Role of Service Animals in the Workplace 12:12 Customizing the Interactive Process 15:11 Conclusion...
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We get AI for work: Unpacking the Federal Deregulation of AI
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Biden-era guidance on responsible AI use has recently been removed from public-facing websites of certain federal agencies including the EEOC, OFCCP and DOL. However, that does not mean companies are not absolved from legal responsibilities when utilizing AI in support of business operations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 01:05 Deregulation of AI: A New Era 02:41 Impact of Presidential Administration on AI Policies 04:31 Changes in Federal Guidance on AI 07:12 State-Level Regulations and Compliance Challenges 10:08 The Balance Between Innovation and Regulation 12:06...
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Immigration Enforcement under Trump 2.0, an Exclusive Interview with Jaimie Cremeans, Director of Immigration Counsel at RingCentral
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Employers in the technology industry are preparing for monumental changes in immigration enforcement under the new presidential administration, from increased ICE site visits to I-9 audits. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Immigration Challenges 01:33 Concerns Over Enhanced Visa Vetting 04:42 Executive Orders and Their Implications 10:21 Anticipating Changes in Immigration Policies 14:20 Preparing for Immigration Enforcement 19:10 I-9 Compliance and Best Practices
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What are the Answers You Need about the Department of Education’s FAQs and Dear Colleague Letter
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The Department of Education has rolled out guidance on how it plans to enforce President Trump’s recent EOs regarding "unlawful DEI." Although the guidance provides education institutions with some information regarding how to comply, many questions remain unanswered. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Organization Strategies 02:52 Understanding the New Department of Education Guidance 05:55 The Impact of Title VI on Higher Education 09:00 Admissions and the Essay Loophole 11:51 Curriculum and Academic Freedom 15:05 Protests and Free Speech on Campus 17:59 Compliance and Discriminatory...
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Expect the Unexpected: the NLRB and EEOC during Trump 2.0
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Since taking office, President Trump has made significant changes at federal agencies affecting workplace regulations. In addition to appointing new leadership, President Trump swiftly removed sitting commissioners of the EEOC and NLRB, limiting a number of key agency operations.
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RIF/WARN and the Manufacturing Industry – Your Questions Answered
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Manufacturing employers are facing more uncertainty than ever as the threats of reciprocal tariffs and supply shortages loom. Reductions in force may appear to be the most expedient solution but competing federal and state regulations may challenge that notion. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Workforce Challenges in Manufacturing 03:04 Understanding Reductions in Force and WARN Act Compliance 05:49 Lessons Learned from the Pandemic 09:08 Planning for Future Workforce Disruptions 12:02 Alternatives to Reductions in Force 15:06 Voluntary Separation Programs and Their Impact 17:52 Legal...
info_outlineEmployees are the most valuable assets of any company. Particularly in the life sciences industry, where employees are often highly skilled and entrusted with trade secrets, it is mission critical to protect against unfair poaching by competitors.
In this episode, we guide listeners through practical and legal ways to prevent poaching and retain your workforce.