Daniel E. Harrell
Recognized as Alabama Super Lawyers – “Rising Stars” – Employment Litigation – 2012
Daniel Harrell is an associate in the General Litigation department of Clark, Partington, Hart, Larry, Bond & Stackhouse’s Pensacola office. His practice focuses primarily on labor and employment litigation and counseling, and general civil litigation.
Writing it Right: Avoiding Litigation Pitfalls Through Proper Documentation
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Joyce Chastain
Business Ethics
Business Ethics – Appropriate Decision Making. Are business ethics just a matter of opinion? Are they rules that govern how we behave in a group or business setting? How do you know what’s expected?This session answers those questions and provides guidelines for communicating business ethics in a clear method to all organizational stakeholders. Specific areas to be covered during this session are:The history of and necessity for ethics in the workplaceHow workplace culture governs ethicsThe changing (evolving) nature of ethicsUnconscious biasWhile human resources professionals may not have sole responsibility for guiding the business ethics of their organization, they can be a strategic contributor when armed with the information to about why ethics matter. Attendees will be provided with a clear understanding of the strategic value to the organization of a clearly defined set of business ethics. Examples will be provided of organizations that have flourished where deep seated values have been evidenced by their principles, strategies and practices.
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Linda Bond Edwards
Although I litigate employment law disputes for employers, my greatest strength lies in advising and counseling employers to resolve internal disputes. As a Florida Supreme Court certified mediation and a trained arbitrator, there is such a value in resolving employment disputes. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) techniques save money and time and allow the parties to come to a much quicker resolution.
I also try to assist employers in taking proactive steps that increase productivity and build stronger relationships with employees.
Specialties:Wage and hour litigation, discrimination, retaliation and harassment claims, training on employment law in-house and public, union negotiation. Workplace audits and practices review. Independent internal investigation of employee complaints.
Proactive Approach to Avoid and Limit Liability
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JJ Jarrell
The Business of People in Leadership
Leadership Blindspots
Jonathan Jarrell, PHR is the Regional Human Resource Director for Performance Food Group based in Gainesville, Florida. He is also a Certified Speaker and Leadership Coach for the John Maxwell Company and Certified Social & Emotional Intelligence Coach. Known by his friends as “JJ” he has spent the last 17 years in leadership in the distribution industry. Having worked within some very successful organizations “JJ” has used his role in Human Resources to maximize the organizations success by focusing on individual strengths while improving performance. JJ is a long time member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the 2011 and 2012 President of the North Central Florida Society for Human Resources (NCF-SHRM) and currently holds the position of District Director for the HR Florida State Council.
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Tyler White
Jackson Lewis
Mr. White represents and counsels employers in the public and private sector on all aspects of employment-related issues. He regularly represents employers in disputes, litigation, and arbitration involving trade secrets, non-competition agreements, non-disclosure agreements, wage hour allegations, and allegations of race, gender, national origin, disability, age, marital status, genetic information and religious discrimination. Mr. White also defends employers in cases involving allegations of defamation, sexual harassment, violations of Florida’s Guns at Work law, and whistleblower and workers’ compensation retaliation.
The Role of Human Resources in Organizations
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Colin Thakkar
Colin Thakkar is an Associate in the Jacksonville, Florida office of Jackson Lewis P.C.
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Colin A. Thakkar
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Mr. Thakkar represents and counsels small and large businesses on all aspects of employment-related issues. He has represented employers in federal and state disputes and litigation involving allegations of discrimination, wage and hour claims, ERISA claims, non-compete, non-solicitation, non-disclosure agreements and various employment-related common law claims. Mr. Thakkar also has significant experience representing and advising employers regarding traditional labor law issues, including labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, and the interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
Jackson Lewis
http://www.jacksonlewis.com
Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace
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Tracey J. Hyde, Esquire
Board Certified in Workers' Compensation
Tracey Hyde's practice area covers workers' compensation defense matters in both State and Federal (Longshore & DBA) areas. Prior to joining the McConnaughhay firm, Tracey was Assistant State Attorney for the 14th Judicial Circuit. In 2006, Tracey was Board Certified by the Florida Bar in the area of Workers' Compensation. Her clients include national insurers, state and local governmental agencies, hospitals, restaurants, hotel chains and a school district.
Interplay between FMLA, ADA and Florida Worker's Compensation
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