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New Micro-Learning! Avoiding termination is something too many managers stumble on, especially when they're dealing with employees they think are more likely to sue. Remember, if you ever find yourself in this situation, get the support you need from human resources or senior management and act decisively to correct the problem.

New Micro-Learning! This module takes a look at the workplace protections pregnant employees receive under the law. Even if it’s unintentional, jokes about a co-worker being pregnant or repeated comments about the pregnancy can result in creating a hostile work environment and lead to charges of harassment.

New Micro-Learning! Many cases for wrongful employment termination stem from mishandled progressive discipline. There are various common issues that managers struggle with. This course will examine the issue of improper documentation.

New Micro-Learning! Although it can be uncomfortable or even unpleasant at times, you have a responsibility to take corrective or disciplinary action when the situation warrants it. In this course, we will examine the issue of avoiding discipline.

New Micro-Learning! Managers may feel tempted to call an employee back to work who has been on FMLA leave. Maybe the manager was extremely short handed or, maybe the manager felt the employee was “milking” the system. In either case, doing so is illegal.

New Micro-Learning! Managers often find themselves questioning if an employee’s condition really qualifies for FMLA leave. This is a mistake, as that should always be left to the experts. This course takes a closer look and what qualifies for FMLA leave and for how long.

New Micro-Learning! You may have heard about the FMLA and you may be asking, “what are our managers responsible for when it comes to the FMLA?” This quick course takes a look at a manager's responsibilities when initially confronted with a leave situation - as well as informing employees of their rights and the policies within the organization.

New Micro-Learning! The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, was signed into law in 1993 with the intent of balancing the demands of the workplace with the needs of families. This course takes a look at the overall purpose of the FMLA and how it impacts you and your organization.

New Micro-Learning! When it comes to the FMLA, three of the biggest concerns managers have been known to deal with are reduced schedules, intermittent leave, and military leave. This quick course explores each of these topics and how they can affect you in the workplace.

New Micro-Learning! You may be very familiar with the FMLA, but do you know what to do to ensure that you and your employer stay in compliance with the FMLA? In this course you'll examine the key actions you should take to avoid lawsuits not only against your employer but you personally.

New Micro-Learning! As a manager, have you ever asked yourself “What is this reasonable accommodation thing? In this course, we’ll take a closer look at answering that question and what reasonable accommodation means to you in the workplace under the ADA.

New Micro-Learning! As a manager, have you ever asked yourself “Is there something special I should do, in terms of the ADA, to deal with this performance issue?” This course will take a closer look at performance issues with employees with disabilities.

New Micro-Learning! As a manager, have you ever asked yourself “How does the ADA affect me when in comes to hiring people?” Remember, essential function is generally defined, as one of the fundamental duties of the job related to the reason the job exists. In this course, we’ll take a closer look at essential function and how it affects you under the ADA.

New Micro-Learning! Some managers find it daunting when they need to address an employee’s poor performance on the job due drug or alcohol abuse. If you find yourself in this situation, just keep in mind that accusing someone is always the wrong way to go. Don’t try to diagnose—don’t moralize. In fact, don’t focus on drugs or alcohol at all. Only discuss performance and conduct.

New Micro-Learning! It’s important that you focus on what you need to do on an on-going basis to help ensure you're in compliance with the ADA. This course will take a closer look at the five actions you should know and take take in regards to the ADA.

New Micro-Learning! As a manager, have you ever asked yourself “If this person is qualified for the job, does that mean I automatically have to put him or her at the top of the list because they have a disability? This course takes a closer look at answering this question as well as other hiring practices under the ADA.

New Micro-Learning! Drug testing can be a valuable, and sometimes legally required, tool for hiring as well as maintaining a drug free workplace environment. Employees often wonder if such practices were really legal, especially when they get the results. What do you think?

New Micro-Learning! One of the challenges of dealing with a substances abuse situation, especially for the inexperienced, is staying focused on the issue. Emotions tend to run high and it can be easy to get sidetracked. In this course, you'll learn about the things you can do to ensure your meeting stays focused on the issue.

New Micro-Learning! Have you ever wondered what the appropriate action may be if you suspect an employee is having performance or conduct issues because of alcohol abuse?

New Micro-Learning! As managers, we have a responsibility to understand and communicate the organization’s policy on substance abuse or use in the workplace to employees. Let’s face it—the last thing any manager, supervisor or organization wants to deal with is a lawsuit regarding substance use or abuse in the workplace.