Tuesday, September 4th, 2018
We are pleased you plan to attend our annual CLE Seminar. Please note the following:
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- Sign-in is at 7:30 am — please arrive on time to secure your seating in the ROANOKE BALLROOM. If you notified us previously that you wish to have a binder waiting for you at the event, you may pick it up at the sign-in table.
- The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center is located at 110 SHENANDOAH AVE NW in ROANOKE, VA 24016
- This event provides 7.0 CLE credits (2.0 hours Ethics) for LIVE ATTENDANCE ONLY. Blue CLE credit forms will be provided at the event and are also included in the PDF files below. The seminar book materials without attendance does not provide CLE credit.
- Please use the SELF-PARK OPTION at the Hotel Roanoke; we will provide vouchers to cover parking before lunch.
- The cocktail reception begins at 4:50 pm and ends at 6:00 pm.
Agenda and CLE form PDF (these materials are included in the PDF files below)
Seminar Book Materials
PRINT THE BOOK: If you intend to print the book materials ahead of time for your use at the event, RIGHT-CLICK the link below and choose “Save Target As” to download the 28 meg PDF file. It is designed to be printed 2-sided, requiring a total of 214 sheets of paper. You will likely want to 3-hole punch it, it’s a lot of materials. We thank you for lightening our load and decreasing our firm’s carbon footprint!
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DOWNLOAD TO A DEVICE: If you intend to bring a device to view the materials at the event, you will want to download this file before September 6. RIGHT-CLICK the link below and choose “Save Target As” to download the 32 meg PDF file on your device. It is designed to be viewed on a laptop or tablet device.
Questions? Please email glrm@gentrylocke.com.
Thursday, August 2nd, 2018
On August 1, Gentry Locke Partner Nick Leitch and Partner Christen Church presented an informative look at the importance of medical documentation to health care providers at Johnson Health Center in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Monday, June 18th, 2018
On June 15, 2018, Gentry Locke partner Paul Klockenbrink co-presented a program that covered the ethical and potential liability issues involved in representing multiple defendants. The program was presented at ALFA International’s conference for members of ALFA International’s Insurance Law, Labor & Employment and Professional Liability Practice Groups. The conference took place in New York City from June 13-15, 2018.
Thursday, May 24th, 2018
On June 7, 2018, Gentry Locke attorney Andrew Gay will co-present a session on Risk Management to attendees at the Association of General Contractors of Virginia (AGCVA) Young Construction Leaders Program. Andrew will present with members of the Marsh & McLennan Agency in Richmond, Virginia.
For more information or to register, contact Courtney Baker at (540) 323-0311.
Wednesday, May 16th, 2018
On May 30, 2018 two Gentry Locke partners will present a CLE to Virginia CLE attendees at Virginia CLE’s Charlottesville, Virginia headquarters. Michael J. Finney and Alicha Grubb will present alongside an attorney from a Charlottesville firm, Jonathan T. Blank.
The event website page describes the session thusly:
Our experienced speakers will address this complex issue from both the plaintiff’s and the defendant’s point of view, highlighting the issues at stake and sharing practical tips to assist your representation of your client’s interests. Among the issues they will address are:
- How strong is the presumption of the corporate veil?
- What can a corporation do, or fail to do, that makes piercing of the veil more or less likely?
- What is the corporation’s interest in a suit seeking to pierce the veil?
- What is the “alter ego” theory, and how can it be used, or resisted?
- Does the nature of the plaintiff (i.e., IRS or individual or corporation) matter?
- Does the type of court (i.e., normal civil court or bankruptcy court) matter?
- Are there novel theories of veil piercing that may migrate to Virginia?
The event will also be broadcast via webcast and telephone for attorneys who are unable to attend. For more information, visit the Virginia CLE website.
Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
ROANOKE: MAY 10 – Full
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center |
LYNCHBURG: MAY 14
The Craddock Terry Hotel and Event Center |
Human Resources is buzzing along at the speed of NOW. Is your company able to keep up?
Gentry Locke’s Employment Law Team will help your company be prepared for and inoculated against some of the most potent viral movements we’ve ever seen. Register now to learn about the most click-worthy issues affecting businesses this year!
Registration is open for Lynchburg (May 14)
Professional Credits: As a SHRM Recertification Provider, Gentry Locke is recognized by SHRM to offer 6.5 hours of Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM for this day of programming. This program is approved for 6.5 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute®.
Cost: $185 per attendee includes a Continental breakfast at sign-in, lunch, and all materials.
Refunds: Our policy is to allow the switching of event locations if needed. Full refunds will be made by check if cancelled no less than two weeks prior to the event date. All refunds will be made by check, no matter how the registration was paid.
Questions? Email glrm@gentrylocke.com, we’re glad to help!
#Agenda
8:00 – 8:30 am – Continental and sign-in
8:30 – 9:20 – Trump Revealed: What HR Needs to Know About Employment Law Changes Presenter: Todd A. Leeson
9:20 – 9:30 am – Break
9:30 – 10:20 am – Safety First: OSHA/VOSH — On the Job and At Your Door Presenters: K. Brett Marston, Spencer M. Wiegard
10:20 – 10:40 – Break
10:40 – 11:30 am – Malcontents: How to Spot and Deal with Them Presenters: John R. Thomas, Jr., Justin M. Lugar, Mia Yugo
11:30 – Noon – Tax Cuts and The Job Act of 2017: How it Affects HR & Company Employees Presenter: W. William Gust
12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch
1:00 – 1:30 pm – What Happens in Richmond Doesn’t Stay in Richmond: Legislative Changes Affecting Employers Presenter: Gregory D. Habeeb, Virginia Delegate
1:30 – 2:20 pm – FYI: FMLA & ADA — Notes from the Front Lines (and the Hot Seat) Presenters: Paul G. Klockenbrink, Catherine J. Huff
2:20 – 2:40 – Break
2:40 – 3:10 pm – Trials and Tribulations: The Saga of Carnell Construction Corp. v. Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority Presenter: Glenn W. Pulley
3:10 – 4:00 pm – Back to the Future: Sexual Harassment in the #MeToo Era Presenters: W. David Paxton, Catherine J. Huff
#Sessions
Trump Revealed: What HR Needs to Know About Employment Law Changes
Todd A. Leeson
Every new presidential administration results in change in the workplace, but President Trump’s transition has been quite dramatic. In this session, we will discuss the changes that will have the most profound impact on the employment law landscape. We will focus on initiatives and priorities at the EEOC, NLRB and DOL, and you’ll get practical take-aways to help your company minimize its legal risk:
- Better understanding of the Trump Administration’s initiatives and enforcement priorities for selected employment laws including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, ADEA, NLRB and FLSA
- Information to evaluate your current policies and practices, and identify whether changes are necessary to help minimize the risks of employment-related claims or lawsuits
- The ability to advise senior management of changes that may be necessary in resources, training and/or HR policies in light of any legal changes or initiatives in the Trump Administration
Safety First: OSHA/VOSH — On the Job and At Your Door
Brett Marston, Spencer M. Wiegard
Knowing the OSHA/workplace safety rules and how the Virginia-based program works is important for management for all types of businesses. This session will review how the OSHA laws are established and work in Virginia. Importantly, our attorneys will present tips for knowing what to do when OSHA inspectors present themselves at your business. You’ll come away with a better understanding of how to prepare now for a safer workplace, and what you should be prepared to do when OSHA shows up at your office door.
Malcontents: How to Spot and Deal with Them
John R. Thomas, Justin M. Lugar, Mia Yugo
Gripers and malcontents – every organization has them! What motivates them? You may not realize it, but the griping you hear from a malcontent could actually fall within a whistleblower statute or remedy. There are a wide variety of whistleblower statutes (FCA, Dodd-Frank, OSHA, SOX, Bowman claims, and more). What are the things to watch for? How do you investigate these issues? Where is the line and when is it worth fighting back? You’ll learn how to properly investigate and track the moving parts of these highly complicated issues.
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 – How it Affects HR & Company Employees
W. William Gust
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act aims to spur economic growth across the United States by adjusting tax structures for individuals and businesses. What are the implications for companies like yours? Attendees will learn how these provisions may impact HR-related functions and employees.
What Happens in Richmond Doesn’t Stay in Richmond: Legislative Changes Affecting Employers
Gregory D. Habeeb, Virginia Delegate
Along with a slate of newer delegates, there will be a lot of new employment-related bills. Delegate Greg Habeeb will discuss protected classes, the federalization of State Employment Law, mandatory benefits, workers compensation, and more. Attendees will learn what legislation is likely to affect their businesses, and will hear the likelihood of what might become state law.
FYI: FMLA & ADA — Notes from the Front Lines (and the Hot Seat)
Paul G. Klockenbrink, Catherine J. Huff
FMLA and ADA continue to challenge the best of employers, and Congress is not likely to be sending in any reinforcement. We will cover both real scenarios and hypotheticals, and as a cautionary tale, we will once again watch an HR professional’s testimony combust in a mock cross-examination. Attendees will learn how to prepare, act, and react when faced with the challenge of balancing the mandate of the government, the needs of the employee, and the realities of workforce management.
Trials and Tribulations: The Saga of Carnell Construction Corp. v. Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Glenn W. Pulley
As a trial attorney in this landmark case, Gentry Locke Partner Glenn Pulley represented the Housing Authority against a 1000-attorney law firm in Richmond. The lessons learned in litigating this race discrimination case in federal court encompassed email communications, PR consultations, and jury selections. A minority-owned construction contractor in Martinsville that was selected as the low bidder on a contract alleged that the Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority (DRHA) engaged in race discrimination and retaliation, both during the contract selection process and during the administration of the contract. When DRHA countersued for breach of contract, the parties faced off in litigation that included 4 jury trials in federal court which produced drastically different outcomes over a period of 5 years. You will learn valuable insights on what type of evidence is admissible if a discrimination claim is litigated, and how to avoid inadvertently creating evidence that can hurt management and help the claimant.
Back to the Future: Sexual Harassment in the #MeToo Era
W. David Paxton, Catherine J. Huff
We’ve noted in past events that the DOL statistics show that sexual harassment training has been largely ineffective, and the #MeToo movement shows us how rampant this issue has been. National newscasts have delved into the confidentiality aspects of company documents, and the use of mediation and nondisclosure agreements. Should companies be protecting managers and the company from defamation? We’ll provide a more in-depth look at the current landscape and will reveal important factors when responding to claims of sexual misconduct in the workplace. We’ll cover the most up-to-date EEOC guidance and best practices to utilize on a going-forward basis.
Friday, April 27th, 2018
Gentry Locke attorneys Ben Byrd and Nick Leitch will present a seminar to Virginia Tech/Carilion School of Medicine’s 4th-year students on Monday, April 30 at the Riverside complex in Roanoke. The “Law and Medicine: Physicians in the Courtroom” course will deal with the various ways in which the lives of these physicians can intersect with the legal system throughout their careers, both in terms of being witness-advocates for their patients, as well as expert witnesses and/or witnesses on their behalf in medical litigation. Attorneys Byrd and Leitch will be joined by Professor Tim MacDonnell of Washington & Lee School of Law.
Tuesday, April 10th, 2018
The Virginia Bar Association will hold its summer program at the Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia, where on July 20, 2018, Gentry Locke Partner Charles L. Williams will appear on a panel discussing coal ash issues. As head of the Environmental Law Group at Gentry Locke, Charlie Williams has abundant experience in such matters. His role as a negotiator for the City of Danville after a coal ash spill polluted the Dan River in 2014 makes him particularly suited to present on the topic.
Attorneys from all over Virginia will converge and will receive CLE credit for their attendance.
Thursday, April 5th, 2018
On April 3, 2018, Gentry Locke Partner Brett Marston was a panelist on a webinar provided by ALFA International, the international legal network Gentry Locke has been a member of since 1988.
The webinar helped construction industry professionals gain an understanding of the changes in the April, 2017 updated AIA contract forms, which must be adopted into use by October 31, 2018. These contract forms include the standard forms of agreement between owner and contractor and owner and architect, as well as the A201 General Conditions.
The panelists included two other Construction Law attorneys from ALFA International affiliated law firms in Tennessee and Ohio.
View a recording of the Webinar on the ALFA International website
Thursday, March 22nd, 2018
On May 9, 2018 and May 15, 2018 Gentry Locke partner Benjamin D. Byrd will present a CLE session to members of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA) at their 2018 May Tort Seminar.
Ben’s presentation will cover 4:10 Examinations as they relate to challenging medical evidence presented by Defendants. The session covers the Virginia state court rule, not the federal rule.
