They've been predicting it for decades … now it's finally here.

The aging of the U.S. workforce has been dramatic. By 2024, nearly 1 in 4 people in the U.S. workforce will be age 55 or over – a huge jump from under 12% in 1994. The two main reasons: Baby Boomers are hitting their golden years (by 2024, the youngest will 59 years old) and older people are delaying retirement longer than ever before.

This so-called Gray Wave is changing every aspect of U.S. organizations … including your risk of employment lawsuits. Simple management mistakes with older employees can trigger huge employment claims. In recent years, age-discrimination lawsuits have cost Google $11 million, the L.A. Times $15 million and 3M (appropriately enough) $3 million.

On Tuesday, March 31, discover the legal issues to be aware of when hiring, supervising and terminating older workers in this dynamic new training class. Plus, find out how to avoid (and defend against) age-bias claims and deal with age-related disabilities and medical issues. You'll learn:

• Which federal and state laws protect older employees (age 40+ in the eyes of the law)
• Which of your policies and practices you must review (and possibly revise) to accommodate older workers
• Why plaintiff's lawyers LOVE ageism lawsuits
• The new face of age-bias cases – and how to identify them
• What is implicit bias and why it's smart to train your managers about it
• What type of disability accommodations you are required to provide older employees
• The legal way to conduct terminations and RIFs involving older workers
• When (if ever) you can establish mandatory retirement policies for your employees
• The 5 elements that MUST be included in any severance package involving age 40+ employees
• 5 smart tips for attracting and retaining older workers
• Plus, get answers to YOUR questions on any legal issue surrounding the aging workforce

While plenty of attention has been paid to Millennials in the workplace, your older employees – or "perennials" as this group is sometimes called – are the fastest growing population of workers … and the most legally dangerous.

On March 31, take 75 minutes to wrap your arms around this complex issue and make the necessary changes to your policies and practices.

Sincerely,

Pat DiDomenico, Editorial Director
The HR Law Weekly

P.S. Registration Bonus. Everyone who signs up will receive a copy of our best-selling book, The Employer's Practical Legal Guide. Prepared by top employment attorneys – then translated into plain language for business people – this must-have manual has everything you need to know to stop trouble before it starts … and limit the damage from innocent mistakes. More than 80 checklists and self-audit questionnaires help you target your company's weak spots and correct them quickly.

P.P.S. Extra Added Bonus. You'll also receive 5 issues of The HR Law Weekly newsletter. Every Wednesday, our team of attorneys and HR pros reviews the latest case law and regulations that may impact you. We'll also show you how to "lawsuit-proof" your HR practices – from avoiding handbook mistakes to training managers on hiring and firing the right way, and much more. To make sure you continue to benefit from this advice, we'll keep The HR Law Weekly coming for just $79/quarter until you tell us "no, thanks."

P.P.P.S. We promise you'll be satisfied. If Your Aging Workforce fails to meet your needs in any way, we will refund 100% of your tuition – no hassles, no questions asked. Your conference materials, 5 issues of The HR Law Weekly and registration bonus are yours to keep.

About Your Speaker:

Lara de Leon is a partner with the employment law firm Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete. Her extensive legal career has involved representing companies of all sizes, across many industries, in all aspects of employment law. Lara has successfully defended clients in the courtroom, before administrative agencies, and on appeal. In addition to litigation, Lara has spent her two-plus decades of experience partnering with clients to counsel them through complex issues involving discrimination, retaliation, accommodation, and wage and hour compliance. Lara has also developed a passion for guiding clients through high-stakes matters involving pay equity, harassment, leave of absence and accommodations. Lara is licensed in both California and Texas, and is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Credit Hours:

The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.

This program is valid for 1.25 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.

Since this is a webinar, you and your entire staff can attend in the comfort of your office or conference room for one low price! You may include as many people as you wish while listening on a single phone line or computer. Contact us for multi-site discounts.