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Ta Sadiqahpetites sunnan du quotidienSalaaaam copineeee 🫶🏻✨Dans cet épisode, je te partage quelques sunnan ultra simples à appliquer au quotidien ! Des petites habitudes qui peuvent faire toute la différence dans ta vie et te rapprocher d’Allah.✨Enjoyyy ❤️SarahInstagram du podcast 🎙️ :@ta_sadiqah - https://www.instagram.com/ta_sadiqah/Voici tous les épisodes mentionner:Podcast coran de ton cœur - #19 [Prophète ﷺ de ton coeur] - Un des secrets de la droiturehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2NwteZoPISPeZuqmWf0dYk?si=3b5b02b313174354 #63 - on doit en finir avec l...2025-03-2430 min

AI Lawyer Talking TechDecoding Legal Tech: AI and the Evolving Legal LandscapeWelcome to today's episode of AI Lawyer Talking Tech, where we explore the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal profession. Today's briefing synthesizes a range of crucial updates, highlighting the increasing impact of AI on various aspects of legal practice, from document processing and client service to ethical considerations and data privacy. We'll examine how law firms are strategizing in this age of innovation, the role of legal technology in enhancing efficiency and access to justice, and the emerging legal and ethical dilemmas posed by these advancements. Get ready for an insightful look at the forces shaping...2025-03-1321 min

"This Is Fine" with Hunter StrategyRecall on Windows 11: Implications for Privacy and SecurityOn this episode of "This Is Fine," we dive into the controversial Windows 11 recall feature and its implications for privacy and security. Our host, Matt Triner, CEO of Hunter Strategy, along with expert guests Jake Williams, VP of Research & Development at Hunter Strategy, Jennifer Lee, Partner at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP, and Andrew King, CISO at Hunter Strategy, dissect the legal and security concerns surrounding a feature that takes screenshots of users' work every five seconds and stores them locally. We'll explore... Privacy Laws, Incident Response Discoverability, the Impact on...2024-10-2441 min

Le podcast du lecteur illettréL’écoute : clé de la spiritualité et des relations humainesAujourd’hui, j’aimerais vous recommander le livre « L’Écoute prophétique : comment elle peut nous transformer et changer le monde autour de nous » de Mikaeel Ahmed Smith, publié aux éditions Muslimcity.Mikaeel Ahmed Smith est professeur à l’institut Qalam de Dallas aux États-Unis. il est l’auteur du livre dont je vais vous parler aujourd’hui, « L’Écoute prophétique », mais aussi d’un autre très bon livre également traduit et publié aux éditions Muslimcity : « Le Coeur à l’esprit ».Dans ce dernier, l’auteur s’intéressait à l’intelligence émotionnelle et morale et expliquait en quoi il est fondamental de développer ce...2024-10-1802 min

SHRM All Things WorkNavigating Leave Policies: Understanding FMLA and ADARobin Shea, attorney at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, shares the intricacies of coordinating leave policies in the workplace. Shea outlines that while the FMLA is structured with specific eligibility requirements and designated reasons for leave, the ADA offers a more flexible framework, encouraging reasonable accommodations for disabilities without a set duration of employment.Rate/review All Things Work on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 2024-10-1022 min

Rock IconsBob Dylan, légende de la musique populaire américaine, Nobel de littérature, pape de la protest-song, parcours à travers quelques dates clésBob Dylan, légende de la musique populaire américaine découverte sur les scènes bohèmes de Greenwich village au début des 60s et que Joan Baez fera découvrir à un plus vaste public. Un auteur-compositeur-interprète qui a influencé des générations d'artistes, parmi les plus grands, et dont les chansons folk "A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall" et "Blowin' in the Wind" se rangeront parmi les hymnes pacifistes et contre la guerre du Vietnam. Une personnalité parfois controversée mais un homme de lettres, également, dont les textes poétiques et engagés seront récompensés par le...2024-06-1423 min

Rock IconsBob Dylan, légende de la musique populaire américaine, Nobel de littérature, pape de la protest-songBob Dylan, légende de la musique populaire américaine découvert sur les scènes bohèmes de Greenwich village au début des 60s et que Joan Baez présentera à un plus vaste public. Un auteur-compositeur-interprète qui a influencé des générations d'artistes, parmi les plus grands, et dont les chansons folk "A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall" et "Blowin' in the Wind" se rangeront parmi les hymnes pacifistes et contre la guerre du Vietnam. Une personnalité parfois controversée mais un homme de lettres, également, dont les textes poétiques et engagés seront récompensés par le Pri...2024-04-2953 min

Emerging Litigation PodcastThe Cannabis Employment Law Patchwork with Keya DennerMaryland and Missouri are the latest states to legalize recreational cannabis for people 21 and older. Voters came out in favor of legalization in the November 2022 midterms, bringing the total recreational jurisdictions to 22 states and the District of Columbia. Voters in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Arkansas, however, decided against recreational marijuana. It remains legal for medical reasons in all five states. In the employment context, both recreational and medicinal uses raise questions about protections for employees who use the drug legally. Which states are enacting those protections? What do multi-state employers need to do? What...2023-03-1358 min

La Danse du Zèbre2010 : transhumance et faux-plafondLes glaciers fondent, mais ça continue de chauffer dans les étages du 33 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine. OK, déjà trois ans qu’on ne peut plus fumer dans les lieux publics, mais quand la Nova Family doit quitter son immeuble historique occupé depuis le début des années quatre-vingt, chargé de tant de joies souples, de drames lourds, de concerts spongiformes et de célébrations païennes, elle organise une teuf d’adieu ponctuée par un geste explosif d’exorcisme quasi chamanique, comme un remake fauché génial de Piège de cristal. Le tout, pour ne transhumer tel un...2022-12-2241 min

The SERMAPodThe SERMAPod Ep. 6 | Josh Lambo Lawsuit and its ImpactSERMA CEO and founder Rich Lenkov is joined by attorney Chris Deubert of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP to discuss a lawsuit filed by former Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Josh Lambo for an alleged incident with head coach Urban Meyer, as well as the unique legal theory asserted and the case's potential outcome.SERMA on the Web: www.theserma.org 2022-07-0524 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#37 - Part 2: Cybersecurity and the Role of ManagementCybersecurity has long been viewed as a “tech” issue that only concerns a company’s IT department. Not anymore! In this episode, Ron Sarian, Chair of Constangy's Digital Workplace & Data Privacy Practice Group, shares his unique background in handling cybersecurity issues as both in-house and now outside counsel, discusses emerging threats to businesses of all sizes in this area, and explains how cybersecurity requires management from different departments within a business – even Human Resources - to work together cohesively.This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general...2022-04-1228 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#36 - Part 1: Cybersecurity and the Role of ManagementCybersecurity has long been viewed as a “tech” issue that only concerns a company’s IT department. Not anymore! In this episode, Ron Sarian, Chair of Constangy's Digital Workplace & Data Privacy Practice Group, shares his unique background in handling cybersecurity issues as both in-house and now outside counsel, discusses emerging threats to businesses of all sizes in this area, and explains how cybersecurity requires management from different departments within a business – even Human Resources - to work together cohesively.This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a genera...2022-03-1627 min

Tea Talk by Aniabook review : "with the heart in mind"Rentrer dans le résumé d'un livre si riche en enseignement n'est pas simple. J'ai essayé de retransmettre les leçons et récits qui me venaient en tête spontanément suite à la lecture du livre de l'auteur Mikaeel Smith : With the heart in mind. Dieu nous dis dans le Coran : Sourate 9 Verset 128 : "Certes, un Messager pris parmi vous, est venu à vous, auquel pèsent lourd les difficultés que vous subissez, qui est plein de sollicitude pour vous, qui est compatissant et miséricordieux envers les croyants." Le Prophète Muhammad ‪ﷺ‬ était le plus intelligent des...2022-01-1729 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#35 - Trade Secret Two-Step: Part 2In this two-part podcast, Jackie Johnson, Co-Chair of Constangy’s Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition Practice Group and Partner in Constangy’s Dallas, Texas, office, visits with Bill McMahon about the ins-and-outs of trade secret law. The first part focuses on the trade secret law basics, while the second part looks at best practices for trade secret protection and unfair competition prevention. You will find this Trade Secret Two-Step from our Dallas subject matter expert to be both helpful and informative.2021-12-1419 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#34 - Trade Secret Two-Step: Part 1In this two-part podcast, Jackie Johnson, Co-Chair of Constangy’s Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition Practice Group and Partner in Constangy’s Dallas, Texas, office, visits with Bill McMahon about the ins-and-outs of trade secret law. The first part focuses on the trade secret law basics, while the second part looks at best practices for trade secret protection and unfair competition prevention. You will find this Trade Secret Two-Step from our Dallas subject matter expert to be both helpful and informative.This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general inform...2021-11-1731 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#33 - Noncompete Agreements - Traps for the Unwary: Part 2This is a two-part series where we are doing a deep dive into noncompete agreements and traps for the unwary. Noncompete agreements have a reputation for being technical, but what is it exactly that makes them so tricky? Join host Bill McMahon and guest Ken Carlson as they cover the most common drafting and enforcement traps with noncompete agreements and the best ways to avoid them. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship...2021-09-0823 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#32 - Noncompete Agreements - Traps for the Unwary: Part 1This is a two-part series where we are doing a deep dive into noncompete agreements and traps for the unwary. Noncompete agreements have a reputation for being technical, but what is it exactly that makes them so tricky? Join host Bill McMahon and guest Ken Carlson as they cover the most common drafting and enforcement traps with noncompete agreements and the best ways to avoid them. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice o...2021-08-3130 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#31 - Demystifying Immigration LawImmigration Law has a reputation for being something only multinational companies are concerned with, but is that true? How can companies use immigration law to identify the best talent for their organizations? Join host Bill McMahon and guest Piyumi Samaratunga as they break down what immigration law is really about and how it is more accessible than it may seem at first glance. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client r...2021-07-0819 min

Composer of the WeekPauline Viardot and her CircleDonald Macleod explores the life and music of the 19th-century French singer, pianist, composer and influential society figure, Pauline Viardot. “When I want to do something, I do it in spite of water, fire, society, the whole world”, an indicator if ever there was one, of the inner steel of this week’s composer.Born in 1821, Pauline Viardot possessed an array of exceptional qualities. As one of the opera stars of her age, she was admired from Paris to St Petersburg as a sublime interpreter of Rossini, Bellini, Handel and Gluck. Beyond her incomparable voice, her tw...2021-06-181h 13

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#30 - Understanding what's at “The Heart of Business"Can business be a force for good? What happens when you have a noble purpose, put people at the center, embrace all stakeholders, treat profit as an outcome, and push your suppliers, vendors and partners to embrace key values along the way? Join Susan Bassford Wilson and guests Piyumi Samaratunga and Hubert Joly for this enlightening discussion. Piyumi is co-chair of Constangy's Immigration Practice, Partner and head of Constangy’s Minneapolis office. Hubert is former Chairman and CEO of Best Buy credited with the company’s overwhelmingly successful transformation and sustained success, Additionally, he is the author of The Heart of...2021-05-1123 min

Revue du Dévotionnel Quotidien de Smith Wigglesworth par le Dr. Victoria Eyog24 Mars | Sois Sur Tes Gardes | Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth RevueSois Sur Tes Gardes Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth Revue "afin que s'accomplît ce qui avait été annoncé par Ésaïe, le prophète: Il a pris nos infirmités, et il s'est chargé de nos maladies." — 2 Thessaloniciens 3:3 LSG Passage Biblique: 2 Thessaloniciens 2 LSG Citation du jour: "Nous ne connaîtrons jamais la pensée de Dieu tant que nous n'apprendrons pas à connaître la voix de Dieu." —Smith Wigglesworth Obtenez le dévotionnel sur amazon en cliquant ici Regardez la formation du Pasteur Curry Blake...2021-03-2611 min

Revue du Dévotionnel Quotidien de Smith Wigglesworth par le Dr. Victoria Eyog23 Mars | Pourquoi Ananias et Saphira Sont-ils Morts? | Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth RevuePourquoi Ananias et Saphira Sont-ils Morts? Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth Revue "afin que s'accomplît ce qui avait été annoncé par Ésaïe, le prophète: Il a pris nos infirmités, et il s'est chargé de nos maladies.S'il n'eût pas été vendu, ne te restait-il pas? Et, après qu'il a été vendu, le prix n'était-il pas à ta disposition? Comment as-tu pu mettre en ton coeur un pareil dessein? Ce n'est pas à des hommes que tu as menti, mais à Dieu." — Actes 5:4 LSG Passage Biblique: Actes 5:1-16 LSG Citation du...2021-03-2526 min

Revue du Dévotionnel Quotidien de Smith Wigglesworth par le Dr. Victoria Eyog21 Mars | Une Vision Devenue Réalité | Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth RevueUne Vision Devenue Réalité Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth Revue "afin que s'accomplît ce qui avait été annoncé par Ésaïe, le prophète: Il a pris nos infirmités, et il s'est chargé de nos maladies." — Matthieu 8:17 LSG Passage Biblique: Ésaïe 53:1-12 LSG Citation du jour: "Une once d'incrédulité envers La Parole de Dieu est un poison." —Smith Wigglesworth Obtenez le dévotionnel sur amazon en cliquant ici Regardez la formation du Pasteur Curry Blake sur la guérison ici Divine Heali...2021-03-2509 min

Revue du Dévotionnel Quotidien de Smith Wigglesworth par le Dr. Victoria Eyog22 Fév | Changé Par la Puissance de Jésus | Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth RevueChangé Par la Puissance de Jésus Dévotionnel de Smith Wigglesworth Revue "Le soir, on amena auprès de Jésus plusieurs démoniaques. Il chassa les esprits par sa parole, et il guérit tous les malades, afin que s'accomplît ce qui avait été annoncé par Ésaïe, le prophète: Il a pris nos infirmités, et il s'est chargé de nos maladies." — Matthieu 8:16-17 LSG Passage Biblique: 2 Corinthiens 3 LSG Citation du jour: "Il n'y a rien que notre Dieu ne puisse faire. Il fera tout si vous...2021-03-1610 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#29 - COVID-19 Vaccine Q&ACan employers mandate COVID-19 vaccinations? Should they? Do employees’ sincerely held religious or moral beliefs alter that analysis? What about employees’ pre-existing medical conditions or pregnancy? How should employers communicate with employees about vaccinations? What litigation can employers expect related to COVID-19? Join Susan Bassford Wilson and Guest Jon Yarbrough for a discussion of your vital vaccination questions! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a s...2021-03-1625 min

SEQuence The PodcastThe Small Business Revolution In Southeast QueensGREETINGS. Talk about the revolution will not be televised. This weeks guests are Shana Heath and Ovington Prophete Entrepeneurs and Investors from our Southeast Queens Area. We start off by talking mixing business with pleasure as this married couple navigate success in owning their businesses. Then we do a deep dive on what it takes for SEQ to rebound from Covid-19, plus the value of keeping our dollars in our community. Powerful episode and we are sure you'll love it. Rate, Subscribe, and email us: SEQuenceThePodcast@gmail.com ENJOY!2021-03-0449 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#28 - Reasonable minds can differ: Part 2Should every employee sign an arbitration agreement? When are non-competition and non-solicitation agreements appropriate? Do you really need to hire an employment lawyer to respond to a charge of discrimination or wage claim? Are annual performance reviews on the way out the door? Join us as we talk through more scenarios where reasonable minds and reasonable companies can differ! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not...2021-02-0222 min

Girls On FilmEp 61: Custody battles and karaoke: Sweden’s Oscar-entry Charter + reviews with Hanna FlintJoin us as we explore Sweden’s Oscar-contender Charter. This moving drama follows Alice as she abducts her two children for a trip to the Canary Islands whilst awaiting the outcome of a custody verdict. Anna talks to writer-director Amanda Kernell and leading actor Ane Dahl Torp about the film’s themes of divorce, motherhood, and kidnapping. Amanda and Ane also consider the dynamics of working with children and teenagers on set, and recall their first impressions of each other. Anna then takes a deep dive into the film with critic Hanna Flint. They praise the complex mother-daughter relationship presented on s...2021-01-2241 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#27 Reasonable minds can differWhat the best progressive discipline plan? Is unlimited PTO a good or a bad idea? What should your handbook cover? Is teleworking great or grim? What’s the best legal TV show of all time? Join us as we talk through scenarios where reasonable minds and reasonable companies can differ! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advic...2021-01-0521 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#26 - Slamming the door on 2020 and looking ahead to 2021 Join us as we count down and recap some of the big developments in 2020, impart some critical public service announcements, and share a few predictions about what 2021 may hold for employers! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state. 2020-12-1525 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#25 - Never (in the Workplace) Have I EverBy a show of hands: Ever sent an email you immediately regretted? Ever seen something at work that you wished you could unsee? In this game show, you earn a point for every regrettable or awkward situation that you’ve experienced at work. “Never (in the Workplace) Have I Ever” will have you laughing and playing along at home! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used a...2020-12-0118 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#24 - Deck the Halls (with a lawsuit-free holiday season!)Holding the company holiday party in an adult venue – yes or no? How can we serve booze while minimizing risk? What reasonable religious accommodations might be available to an employee under Title VII? Do we need to pay employees for attending the holiday party? Bonus material: Listeners, let us know if you want us to talk about YOUR favorite musical group or TV show in an upcoming episode! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or t...2020-11-1720 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#23 - Politics in the workplace: A volatile combination!On the eve of Election Day, what can employers do to keep their workplaces from exploding? What workplace speech is protected by the First Amendment or the National Labor Relations Act? When do political social media posts or comments cross the line? Is buying voters booze a valid campaign strategy? Join us for a discussion of these burning questions! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This po...2020-10-3021 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#22 - Hiring 101: Arrests, cornrows, and FCRA actions, oh, my!Is asking about applicant arrests or convictions a good practice? Should you grade an applicant based on his or her hairstyle during the interview? What does the Fair Credit Reporting Act require of employers running a third-party background check? This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state. 2020-10-2021 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#21 - A history of the decline and rise of the marijuana empireJoin us for a brief discussion of the history of marijuana legislation in the United States, and learn where the current developments and trends “leaf” employers as it relates to drug testing employees and accommodating medical marijuana use. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state.2020-10-0617 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#20 - Illegal or ill-mannered? Title VII meets Ms. MannersIs it discriminatory to discipline employees for wearing #BLM face masks? When does Supervisor Karen cross the line from rude into discrimination? And join us to count down the top eight things you should never, ever say in the workplace – particularly to a pregnant woman. Spoiler alert: Animal-related comparisons are rarely welcome. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for...2020-09-2222 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#19 - Teleworking: Amazing or amazingly complex?COVID-19 forced many companies to quickly jump into the realm of teleworking or to drastically expand existing programs. What policies should employers institute and enforce to discourage off-the-clock work? Do employers need to reimburse remote workers for reasonable business expenses like cell phones and internet? When is teleworking a reasonable accommodation? And how many times should you check that the video is turned off before taking your Zoom meeting into the bathroom? This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific...2020-09-0826 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#18 - Handbooks ‘R’ UsDoes size matter? Should your handbook cover underwear and love notes? Does using a random handbook you found online create problems? This episode delves into the good, the bad, and the ugly of employee handbooks. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state. 2020-08-2519 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#17 - COVID-19: Where are we now?So far in 2020, COVID-19 has forced businesses to do everything from redesigning their facilities to taking the temperature of every employee on a daily basis, and from furloughing the workforce to shutting down the workplace entirely. But where are we now? Listen for a discussion of updated FFCRA regulations, changing CDC and OSHA recommendations, the advisability of mandatory vaccines and employee waivers, and the comic stages of COVID-19. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal...2020-08-1127 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#16 - L&E TV: Who says TV isn’t educational?In this podcast, we examine examples from popular TV shows like NCIS, Gilmore Girls, and The Office to find the good, the bad, and the ugly of employment law on TV. Warning: May contain content that is painful to human resources professionals and employment lawyers. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in y...2020-07-2822 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#15 - I’ll be watching you: The ins and outs of employee monitoringWhat happens if an employee drives the company car to a strip club for lunch? In the age of COVID-19, what privacy concerns does contact tracing raise? What do employers need to think about before implementing an employee monitoring, whether its via GPS chip or video surveillance? This episode delves into the where, when, why, and how of employee tracking and surveillance. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. T...2020-07-1420 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#14 - Social Media + Employees = Hot MessCan you discipline or fire an employee because of his or her social media posts? Do employees have a constitutional right to say whatever they want online or at a protest? What blowback might companies face due to negative social media publicity? Join us as we discuss everything from the First Amendment to The Princess Bride. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a sub...2020-06-3021 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#13 - Six Tips to Avoid Being Sued By Your EmployeesDo you want to get sued by your employees? Probably not. If you’ve ever pondered what steps you can take to reduce your company’s legal exposure, then this episode is for you. Join us as we discuss six practical tips that you can put into effect immediately at your company. You will thank us later! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as...2020-06-1619 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#12 - Work & Play: The only FLSA game show around Game show fans everywhere will love “Work & Play,” the newest Fair Labor Standards Act game show to hit the air! We laugh, we answer common questions related to exempt and non-exempt employees, and we reminisce about ‘80s music. What’s not to love? Join our *imaginary* live studio audience and learn how you can ask Cherie to sing on the podcast! This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast sh...2020-06-0221 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#11 - “My coworker smells!” and other HR dilemmasHow should you handle the Mouthy Blogger? What’s the best approach for Body Odor Bobby? How do you keep up with all of Sensitive Sally’s complaints? Dedicated to our friends in human resources, this episode talks about some of the difficult personalities and situations that HR professionals may encounter, the potential employment law risks for each, and practical solutions worth exploring. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relat...2020-05-1900 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#10 - Returning to Work after the ApocalypseWhat legalities and logistics do companies need to consider when returning employees to the physical workplace in a post-coronavirus world? Listen in for practical tips about minimizing your company’s potential liability, hypotheticals in the state of Disbelief, advice on COVID-19 testing, and nominations for the best coronavirus meme. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a lice...2020-05-0100 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast# 9 - Data Privacy Legislation, Part 2 (and bonus tips on teleworking from two law mamas who feel your pain!)What is the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, and what does it mean for employers? And, because we can’t seem avoid discussing COVID-19 right now, practical tips for managing data security (like requiring passwords other than “password” or “Fluffy”) while working remotely. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state. 2020-04-2800 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#8 - Data Privacy Legislation: Part 1As state, federal, and international laws protecting consumer data multiply, employers need to know about the applicable restrictions and obligations related to employee data. Part 1 of this miniseries will cover the Stored Communications Act and the California Consumer Privacy Act, as well as touching briefly on the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a subst...2020-04-1400 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#7 - The Friday and Monday Leave Act or the Family and Medical Leave Act: FMLA, Part 2Fact is often stranger than fiction. The last episode covered the logistics of the Family and Medical Leave Act – who, what, when, and how long – while this episode will discuss real cases in which employers faced some challenging (and sometimes funny) situations. This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state.2020-03-3100 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#6 - Coronavirus Q&A: But wait, there’s more!What does the Families First Coronavirus Response Act mean to employers? What federal agencies have issued guidance? Are there state- and locale-specific orders in place related to the coronavirus? Finally, what do employers need to know in order to furlough employees, reduce employee hours, or lay off employees? Disclaimer: This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a lic...2020-03-2700 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#5 - Coronavirus Q&ACan an employer take an employee’s temperature at work? Would an employee with coronavirus qualify for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act? If companies prevent employees from working at the office and require them to work from home, do employers have to pay any employees who are unable to work from home? (Recorded on March 13, 2020.) This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be us...2020-03-1700 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#4 - The Friday and Monday Leave Act or the Family and Medical Leave Act: FMLA, Part 1Navigating the intricacies of the Family and Medical Leave Act can be daunting. Who is an eligible employee and an eligible employer? How long does FMLA leave last? What does intermittent FMLA mean? How can you take steps to ensure that FMLA leave is being used appropriately? Disclaimer: This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a...2020-03-1000 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#3 - The Gig Economy and YouThe gig economy is the future of the workforce, right? Or is it an old concept with a modern twist? After all, using workers on a “freelance” or “independent contractor” basis is not a new idea. Whether old or new, there are legal traps that businesses should be aware of and precautions they can take to minimize their liability. Disclaimer: This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as...2020-02-2400 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#2 - Conducting an Investigation in the WorkplaceIn the #MeToo era, accusations of workplace misconduct must be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. A good investigation can result in effective resolution of a harassment complaint, winning an unemployment claim, and even a successful defense of a discrimination charge or wrongful termination lawsuit. On the other hand, a bad investigation can have the opposite effect. Disclaimer: This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship. This podcast should not be used as a...2020-02-2300 min

Work and Play: A Constangy Employment Law Podcast#1 - Digital Workplace IssuesOur increasingly connected world presents tremendous opportunities for employers as well as considerable confusion and risk. Should you Google a job applicant? Allowing employees to use their own mobile devices for work (BYOD) has its benefits, but how can employers mitigate the risks to company data that it presents? Likewise, what can employers do to curb concerns presented by social media? Disclaimer: This podcast is made available for educational purposes only, to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice or to establish an attorney-client relationship...2020-02-2200 min

The XpertHR Podcast (US)Stopping Pregnancy Discrimination Before It StartsMany employers continue to get tripped up with compliance issues involving pregnancy. That's why long-time employment attorney Robin Shea, of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, joins XpertHR Legal Editor David Weisenfeld on this podcast to discuss pregnancy discrimination pitfalls and how to avoid them. Light-duty programs are a real trap with pregnant employees, according to Shea. "I'm still seeing employers who offer "make-work" light duty for work-related injuries but do not offer it for anybody else. And that could be a problem under the [Supreme Court's] Young vs. UPS standard," she said. In that case, the employer accommodated...2019-08-0519 min

The XpertHR Podcast (US)Why Zero-Tolerance Policies Are a Bad IdeaMany companies trumpet their zero-tolerance discipline policies as evidence of their strong stance against bad workplace behavior. But this podcast examines how these policies might actually do more harm than good with Robin Shea, a partner with Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, and the author of the firm's Employment and Labor Insider blog. "They're way too strict," said Shea. "Most employees view these policies as meaning that if you commit an offense, you will be fired with no consideration of mitigating circumstances." According to Shea, the result is that some employees will not report certain misconduct because they d...2019-02-0916 min