This timely webinar will guide employers as they prepare to reopen their doors to the public and their employees. Join us to discuss the issues employers will face when reopening such as: How to institute social distancing protocols and still work efficiently; What PPE is required and who provides it; How to reassure employees that the workplace is safe; and Adopt proper processes to call back employees on furlough.

Let us guide your next steps! Join Ann Smith, partner with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, to understand your options and obligations as an employer. This webinar will discuss the current situation; worker and workplace protections; employee communications; appropriate policies and what your organization should focus on now to prepare to be operational in the coming weeks.

Presenter Bio

Ann Smith represents management in all aspects of employment litigation, including defending claims for wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation and leave of absence violations. Ms. Smith handles numerous matters in state and federal courts and before various administrative agencies, including the U.S. Department of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing and the California Department of Labor Standards Enforcement.

Ms. Smith also counsels clients on a variety of employment issues, including employee discipline, wage and hour compliance and adherence to federal and state family and medical leave laws. Ms. Smith is the Chair of AALRR’s Disability Leave Committee, which meets regularly to discuss disability leave issues and pending litigation.

Ms. Smith was awarded the Cerritos Chamber's President’s Award in 1999 and 2004, and the Business Person of the Year Award for the 2009-2010 fiscal year.