Dealing with an Apprehensive Workforce and Preventing COVID-19 Related Claims
Employees are concerned about returning to work and want to know that you, as their employer, are looking out for their best interest. Companies are bracing for an increase in the number of employment related claims brought by employees expressing concerns or apprehension due to COVID-19.
In an effort to help companies navigate the myriad of new evolving legal issues employers are facing in the wake of the pandemic, please join the attorneys of Gunster for a webinar on Tuesday, December 15 at 11:00 a.m. which will provide practical guidance on how to deal with an apprehensive workforce as employees continue to return to the workplace.
Topics:
- How to handle COVID-19 related accommodation requests from employees with legitimate disabilities versus employees with concerns or apprehension due to COVID-19
- Best practices in responding and dealing with apprehensive employees refusing to follow a company’s return to work plan
- Navigating workplace anti-discrimination laws and preventing COVID-19 related harassment, discrimination and retaliation lawsuits
- Importance of having a response plan ready in the event an employee tests positive
- Selecting and implementing the appropriate employee training exercises to combat the challenges and legal issues arising during the pandemic
- Employer Best Practices (Do’s and Don’ts)
In addition to our Labor & Employment attorneys, you will hear from Gunster shareholder Joe Jacquot, former General Counsel to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. During his tenure with Governor DeSantis, Jacquot authored the executive orders and can provide unique insight into Florida’s response to COVID. He will also be able to provide perspective on the upcoming legislative session and what Floridian’s can expect as we start 2021.
To register for the event, click here.
Speakers:
Joe Santoro | Shareholder and Chair
Labor & Employment
Joseph Santoro is a shareholder who joined the firm in 2002. Joe is the chair of Gunster’s Labor & Employment practice group and serves in the firm's Office of General Counsel for employment. He is an experienced trial lawyer and trusted advisor who represents clients in every phase of the employment relationship, from day-to-day counseling, to administrative proceedings, to employment litigation. Joe also represents business clients in other commercial disputes and litigation matters. Read more...
Joe Jacquot | Shareholder
Business Litigation & Appellate Law
Joe Jacquot is a business litigation shareholder who focuses his practice on representing clients in complex state matters involving litigation and appellate work, as well as counseling companies on various regulatory issues. Having served in high-level public sector positions, Joe is dedicated to bringing his insight and experience with judicial and government systems to help clients navigate the same. Read more...
Anthony Nelson | Associate
Labor & Employment
Anthony is an attorney in the firm’s Labor & Employment practice group. He concentrates his practice on employment disputes at the federal, state and local levels. Anthony graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois College of Law. While attending Illinois, he was a member of the Frederick Green Moot Court Team, where he competed nationally on behalf of the College of Law. Read more...
