Employer Resource Institute Audio Conference

Originally presented on January 23, 2007

Order Option       Price   CD Recording Only       $199

Workers' compensation premiums in California rank among the highest in the United States. In labor-intensive fields like construction, some companies have actually reported paying more for workers' compensation coverage than for their payrolls.

Though recent reforms have begun curbing these costs, many HR managers across the state continue struggling with the regulatory fine print. For example, how do the rules today deal with psychiatric injuries that allegedly occurred on the clock? Can you be held liable if a subcontractor's employee is hurt while working on a project for you? Do undocumented workers qualify for workers' compensation coverage? Can you legally terminate an injured employee who's simply not fit to return to his or her job?

During this practical 90-minute audio conference on Jan. 23, our experts will share the latest news about workers' compensation in California. You'll learn hands-on strategies for enlisting your employees' help in preventing injuries and discouraging fraudulent claims. And, we'll discuss forecasts for the future of workers' compensation coverage in the state, so that you'll be prepared for 2007 and beyond.

YOU AND YOUR COLLEAGUES WILL LEARN:

• The latest trends (and 2007 forecasts) for California workers' compensation claims
• How recent California workers' compensation reforms will continue to affect your premiums and coverage levels
• Why you should proactively monitor claims - and the red flags that indicate trouble
• The most recent California rulings on issues ranging from psychiatric injuries to claims filed by undocumented workers
• Proven methods to encourage your workers to prevent workplace injuries and reduce claims
• How to guard against claims filed by independent contractors or their employees
• When you can fire injured workers who can't do their jobs without risking further injuries
• The steps you should follow when you suspect workers' compensation fraud

ABOUT YOUR SPEAKER:

Barry M. Lesch, Esq., is a partner in the Sacramento office of Laughlin, Falbo, Levy and Moresi, a law firm that focuses on preventing and defending workers' compensation claims against California employers. He has practiced in this field since 1976, and he is a certified specialist in workers' compensation law. He earned his law degree from the University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law.

Approved for Recertification Credit

This program has been approved for 1.5 recertification credit hour toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HRCI homepage at www.hrci.org.

How Do Audio Conferences Work?

An audio conference is remarkably cost-effective and convenient. You participate from your office using a regular telephone. You have no travel costs and no out-of-office time.

Plus, for one low price you can get as many people in your office to participate as you can fit around a speakerphone.

Because the conference is live, you can ask the speakers questions'either on the phone or via e-mail.

With your registration, you also receive conference materials with additional practical information from California Employer Advisor sent to you via e-mail shortly before the conference.

Why You Can Sign Up To Attend This Event with Confidence

As with all California Employer Advisor products, you're completely protected. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with this audio conference, simply let us know and we will return your entire registration fee.