Overview

Human Resources professionals play a vital role in identifying, managing, and mitigating organizational risk. From compliance violations and hiring practices to workplace conduct and documentation errors, HR decisions have direct legal and financial implications.

This seminar provides practical guidance on navigating the most common and costly HR risks empowering professionals to reduce liability, protect the organization, and support a culture of accountability and fairness.

By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:

• Identify key areas of legal and regulatory exposure in HR operations
  
• Apply risk management principles to everyday HR functions
  
• Review and update policies and procedures to reduce liability
  
• Conduct internal audits to detect and correct HR compliance gaps
  
• Handle investigations, discipline, and terminations in a risk-aware manner
  
• Foster a workplace culture that supports compliance and fairness
  

Why you should Attend

• Understand the top legal and regulatory risks in HR today
  
• Learn how to recognize red flags and take preventive action
  
• Minimize the risk of lawsuits, audits, and employee claims
  
• Strengthen your ability to manage policies, procedures, and documentation with confidence
  
• Stay current with evolving employment laws and HR compliance requirements
  

Areas Covered in the Session

• Overview of HR-related legal risks: discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation
  
• Employment law updates: wage & hour, leave, accommodation, and labor law developments
  
• High-risk areas in hiring, onboarding, and employee classification
  
• Documentation practices that protect (or expose) your organization
  
• Handling complaints and investigations legally and ethically
  
• The role of training, handbooks, and clear policies in risk prevention
  
• Reducing risk through performance management and progressive discipline
  

Who Will Benefit

• HR Professionals and Generalists
  
• Managers and Supervisors involved in hiring or employee oversight
  
• Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
  
• Legal, Compliance, or Risk Management Staff
  
• Nonprofit and Government HR Leaders
  
• Anyone responsible for workplace policies or personnel decisions