Online Class: Employment Law Fundamentals

Understanding employment law is crucial for navigating the complex interactions between employers, employees, and independent consultants, with this course offering critical insights into key aspects like hiring practices, workplace safety, and labor relations. Tailored for business owners, executives, and HR professionals, it empowers them to manage effectively within legal boundaries and promote organizational success.
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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 874
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

In today's dynamic business landscape, understanding employment law is not just a necessity-it's a critical component of successful business management. Whether you're launching a startup or climbing the corporate ladder, a sound grasp of employment law ensures that your actions align with legal guidelines, ultimately protecting your business from potential legal entanglements.

Why This Course Matters:

The arena of employment law is intricate, governed by regulations at both federal and state levels. These laws not only dictate the terms of the employer-employee relationship but also extend to other work relationships, including those with independent consultants. As a result, they encompass various aspects of the workplace-from hiring practices and workplace safety to compensation and labor relations.

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the foundational principles and contemporary issues in employment law. While it doesn't replace the intricate details and nuances that a law degree might offer, it provides vital insights and guidance on the most common employment laws that every employer, supervisor, or HR specialist must know.

Course Highlights:

  1. The Employment Relationship: Dive deep into the fundamental dynamics between employers and employees, understanding the rights and responsibilities of both parties.

  2. The Process of Hiring Employees: From crafting a precise job advertisement to conducting efficient interviews, ensure that your hiring process is legally sound and effective.

  3. Evaluating Performance: Gain insights into best practices for employee evaluation. Understand how to offer feedback and address concerns in a legally compliant manner.

  4. Termination: It's often the hardest part of management-letting someone go. Learn the legal and ethical way to handle terminations, minimizing potential legal backlash.

  5. Employee Compensation and Benefits: Delve into the intricacies of salary structures, benefits packages, and other compensation-related matters.

  6. Taxes: A comprehensive look at employment-related taxes, ensuring you remain compliant while optimizing financial benefits.

  7. Leave Policies: Understand the legal guidelines around employee leaves-from maternity and paternity leave to sabbaticals.

  8. Workplace Safety: Learn about the regulations governing workplace safety and how to ensure a secure environment for your employees.

  9. Discrimination: A deep dive into the policies surrounding workplace discrimination, ensuring your company promotes a culture of inclusivity.

  10. Disabilities: Grasp the laws related to employees with disabilities, ensuring your workplace is accessible and compliant.

  11. Unions and Labor Relations: An exploration of the role of unions, collective bargaining, and other labor-related matters in today's business world.

  12. Legal Issues: From non-disclosure agreements to intellectual property rights, delve into the various legal issues that employers frequently encounter.

  13. Miscellaneous Topics: A wrap-up of additional pertinent topics, ensuring you have a well-rounded understanding of employment law.

Who Should Attend?

This course is tailored for a wide audience:

  • Small Business Owners: Equip yourself with the knowledge to grow your business while staying legally compliant.
  • Corporate Executives: Enhance your leadership skills by understanding the legal nuances of employee management.
  • HR Specialists: Ensure your company's HR policies and practices are in line with the latest legal guidelines.
  • Managers and Supervisors: Lead with confidence, knowing that your decisions are backed by a sound understanding of employment law.

In conclusion, the world of employment law is vast and ever-evolving. Staying updated ensures not only the growth and success of your business but also its protection from potential pitfalls. Equip yourself with this vital knowledge and lead with confidence in the modern workplace. Join us today and solidify your position as a knowledgeable and legally-aware professional.

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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
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  • Lesson 1. Key Insights on Employment Law

    A comprehensive understanding of employment law not only minimizes the risk of litigation but also enhances employee satisfaction and retention. By aligning policies with legal standards, organizations can build a cooperative and legally sound workplace culture.

  • Lesson 2. Navigating the Hiring Process: From Job Description to Onboarding

    The hiring journey starts with designing a concise job description and extends to ensuring comprehensive onboarding, with each step reflecting the company's values and adherence to legal standards. By focusing on inclusivity and transparency, organizations are poised to cultivate a motivated and diverse workforce primed for future successes.

  • Lesson 3. The Art and Strategy of Effective Hiring and Evaluation

    Michael highlights the illusion of job security, asserting that individual performance and adaptability in fluctuating economic environments are the true determinants of career longevity. His approach to performance reviews encourages growth and development, similar to methods used in sports coaching.

  • Lesson 4. Navigating the Complexities of Employee Dismissal

    Grounds for termination vary from policy violations to performance issues, ensuring documentation supports dismissal decisions. Alternatives to termination, such as reassignment or counseling, highlight the importance of exploring other avenues before proceeding with dismissal.

  • Lesson 5. Unraveling the Complex World of Employee Compensation and Benefits

    Errors in employee classification and payroll computations can lead to financial repercussions, motivating diligent compliance audits and employee training. Companies like Walmart invest in time-tracking education to maintain credibility and trust in their compensation systems.

  • Lesson 6. Mastering the Maze of Employment Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide

    Federal Self-Employment Taxes impose dual contributions on entrepreneurs, underlining the necessity for independent contractors to differentiate themselves from typical employees. These professionals must manage their unique obligations using informed planning to preclude unexpected end-of-year tax liabilities.

  • Lesson 7. Understanding Leave Benefits as a Strategic Workforce Tool

    Leave policies are central to workplace satisfaction, balancing employee rights with company benefits to foster supportive environments. While paid leave provides competitive advantages, both paid and unpaid leave under US federal laws like FMLA and USERRA protect employee welfare and enhance job security.

  • Lesson 8. Creating Safer Workspaces: The Importance of OSHA Standards

    Workers' compensation is essential for safeguarding employees, providing financial aid and medical care post-injury while reducing litigation burdens. States individually determine compensation requirements and administration, creating variability that businesses must navigate to uphold worker protection effectively.

  • Lesson 9. Lessons from History: Evolving Toward Workforce Inclusion

    Anti-discrimination laws cover a wide spectrum of workplace facets, aiming to protect employees from biases in hiring, compensation, training, and promotions. By fostering a respectful and inclusive atmosphere, businesses not only comply with legal obligations but also improve morale and productivity.

  • Lesson 10. A Landmark Law: The ADA's Lasting Impact on Inclusion

    Real-life stories, like David's cerebral palsy journey in marketing and Samantha's architectural success, emphasize the ADA's immeasurable impact in turning impairments into strengths. These narratives illuminate the act's role in transforming potential limitations into celebrated contributions.

  • Lesson 11. Union Role in the Evolving Workforce

    Adapting to technological advances and prioritizing worker values, modern unions harness digital tools, engage broader demographics, and align with global labor entities for sustained relevance in evolving markets. By promoting innovative benefits and employment terms, unions seek renewed resonance among younger, tech-savvy individuals, ensuring robust advocacy in digitalized fields.

  • Lesson 12. Navigating Employer-Employee Legal Frameworks

    In the evolving landscape of employer-employee relationships, mediation and arbitration provide essential frameworks for resolving disputes effectively and efficiently. These tribunals not only prevent prolonged legal battles but also uphold the principles of fairness and inclusiveness in corporate environments.

  • Lesson 13. Navigating Workplace Privacy: Legal and Ethical Considerations

    Maintaining a reasonable expectation of privacy at work involves employers setting clear policies, especially regarding internet and computer use, to ensure workplace productivity aligns with legal standards. Certain private areas remain off-limits for surveillance, emphasizing the need to balance monitoring with respect for personal rights.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define the distinction between employees and independent contractors using specific IRS guidelines to ensure classification compliance.
  • Identify and apply essential employment law principles to develop non-discriminatory, fair, and legally compliant hiring practices.
  • Define the key components of a comprehensive job description that aligns with legal standards and supports effective recruitment processes.
  • Identify strategies to ensure non-discriminatory and inclusive practices throughout the hiring and onboarding phases, focusing on legal compliance and diversity initiatives.
  • Demonstrate the ability to align new hires with organizational culture, assessing the impact on team cohesion and productivity in a given scenario.
  • Define the STAR interview technique and apply it to evaluate a candidate's problem-solving abilities during a real-life situation.
  • Demonstrate the ability to conduct a compliant and respectful termination process by outlining the key steps and ensuring all legal protocols are followed.
  • Recognize the different types of employment relationships and identify the specific legal considerations for each type regarding termination.
  • Analyze the impact of modern compensation packages on employee retention, specifically focusing on the role of health benefits and professional development opportunities.
  • Define the key components of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime pay, and exemptions based on employee classification.
  • Define the steps required to apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) using Form SS-4 to ensure compliance with IRS requirements.
  • Explain the importance of accurate federal, state, and FICA tax calculations and timely deposits for avoiding penalties and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Define the key elements of paid and unpaid leave policies, including their impact on employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Employment Law Fundamentals
Course Number: 7550199
Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (1,001 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Available across all 50 U.S. states, this course includes key regions such as California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also open in major English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, the UK, and Ireland.
Last Updated: December 2023
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Linda Zavadil
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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