Ogletree Deakins Podcasts

Ogletree Deakins Podcasts


Latest Episodes

The Life of an ERISA Claim: Know the Basics and the Pitfalls
January 15, 2019

In this podcast, Byrne Decker and Steven Silver cover need-to-know basics on the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), including when ERISA applies, common challenges for employers, and how ERISA claims are litigated.

The Gig Economy Hits Temporary Staffing: What are the Legal Considerations?
December 18, 2018

New temporary staffing apps like Tilr and Shiftgig match workers with jobs in the same way that popular ridesharing apps match passengers with drivers. These apps offer a more streamlined approach than the traditional temporary staffing model,

Data Breach in Brief: Knowing the Risks and Protecting Your Company
December 11, 2018

Data breaches continue to be an unfortunate risk that companies face with increasing frequency. In this podcast, Rebecca Bennett, Stephen Riga, and Justin Tarka discuss data breaches from both a U.S. and EU perspective,

How Contractors Become Responsible For Project Design
December 04, 2018

Design delegation—when a construction contractor assumes responsibility for project design—can expose contractors to increased liability. In this episode, Randy Ruff and Jonathan Mraunac discuss how design delegation can occur and best practices for ma...

What’s the Need-to-Know on Employee Affinity Groups?
November 30, 2018

Employee Affinity Groups—also known as Business Resource Groups—are groups of employees with common interests, concerns, or characteristics. Join Michelle Wimes, Ogletree Deakins’ Chief Diversity and Professional Development Officer,

Untangling Complex Leave Issues – Part I
November 19, 2018

In the first episode of this two-part series, John Stretton and Rachel Mandel discuss the complexities surrounding the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the interplay between the two laws and best practices...

Immigration Insights: Need-To-Know Updates for Employers
November 05, 2018

In this episode, Jamie Dietz and Tina Ho discuss the current business immigration landscape, from recent guidance and policy memos to practical insights for employers on understanding and preparing for this constantly evolving area.

Key Wage and Hour Issues for Manufacturing Industry Employers – Part 2
October 23, 2018

Join hosts Bud Bobber and Keith Kopplin for the second podcast in their series on important wage and hour topics for manufacturing industry employers. This podcast covers the important topic of overtime pay, including who is eligible for overtime,

Wisconsin FMLA vs. Federal FMLA in a Nutshell
October 22, 2018

In this episode, Keith Kopplin and Sarah Platt compare Wisconsin’s Family and Medical Leave Act with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act and discuss the key differences and top things employers should know.

#MeToo One Year Later: An Update for Employers
October 15, 2018

Join Milwaukee attorneys Sarah Platt and Christine Bestor Townsend as they discuss how things have changed for employers in the era of #MeToo.