EMPLOYMENT & LABORLAW

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June 17, 2014Hyatt Regency Jersey City

on the HudsonJersey City, NJ

Silver Sponsor USLAW NETWORKsalutes the dedicated athletes of the2014 USA GAMES June 14-21, 2014

USLAW hosts the second of this series in JerseyCity, New Jersey, on Tuesday, June 17 with theEmployment & Labor Law Exchange 2014. Weinvite you — as USLAW’s guest — to join us.

New for 2014 is USLAW NETWORK’s

Driving the Dialogue Series. These signature

one-day exchanges that Link Legal Leaders in

highly interactive, fast-paced, conversation-driven

and content-rich education and networking events

created for specific legal practice areas. Attendees and industry stakeholders

will participate in roundtables, come together in topic-specific discussions with

attorneys and learn about the critical legal issues facing today’s corporate and

legal marketplaces. There will be group dialogue and plenty of knowledge sharing

throughout the day so that participants can walk away with tools, information and

resources that they can immediately implement in their workplace.

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TOPICS TO BEDISCUSSED...

• Navigating the Tripartite Relationshipin EPLI Cases

• Employees with Immunity:Managing Litigant-Employees.

• Take It or Leave It: Protected Leaves of Absence• The Affordable Care Act: Employment

Litigation’s Newest Frontier• Trying Employment Cases in the 21st Century: A Rare but Still Viable Strategy• Accommodating Employee Victims of Violence

USLAW’s Employment & Labor Law Exchange will bring together decision-makersfrom insurance carriers, insureds (corporations large and small) and outside counsel

from the more than 100 USLAW member law firms that have extensive experiencerepresenting both employers and insurers. During this impactful one-day event, everyone in the

room will participate in and contribute to the dialogue. Additionally, you will receive practicalinformation that will help you, your staff, departments and companies succeed.

WHY ATTEND?

In addition to these important topics, USLAW will host our “Fast Lanes” Lunchwhich will pair attendees at topic tables. USLAW Fast Lanes enable direct, high-level

dialogue about relevant issues and trends that can be roundtabled among memberattorneys and in-house counsel. The USLAW Fast Lane Lunch provides a more customizedand personal environment to discuss topics and issues of particular interest to theattendees. In advance of the program, USLAW will survey our in-housel counsel attendeesand ask that they offer questions on issues they are currently managing. Fast Lane Tableswill then be created to address these issues and specifically answer these questions.

USLAW’s Employment & Labor Law Exchange is for professionals in both public and private companies that manage human resource issues and/or legal compliance as well as

insurance claims professionals with responsibility for employment claims, including EPLI products.

FAST LANES LUNCH

CLE CREDITS Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits are available forattorneys attending the Employment & Labor Law Exchange. Application has beenmade to all states requiring lawyers to take mandatory continuing legal education(MCLE) courses in order to practice law within that particular jurisdiction. Most stateswill approve 5 – 6 hours of credit.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

TRENDING TOPICS

Navigating the Tripartite Relationshipin EPLI CasesThe respective obligations and objectives of insurers, insureds and counsel in

EPLI cases create complicated legal, strategic, and ethical issues. This interactivediscussion will include the types of conflicts that can arise and best practices for managingthis complex relationship.

Employees with Immunity:Managing Litigant-EmployeesNo situation is more fraught with peril for an employer than having a disruptive

or poor performing employee who also happens to be suing the company. One misstep,and a meritless discrimination or harassment claim becomes a viable retaliation claim.This lively discussion will include sharing best practices on managing these claims in amanner that minimizes risk and even enables the employer to script its defense.

Take it or Leave it: Protected Leaves of AbsenceProtected leaves of absence remain one of the most complicated andconstantly evolving areas of employment law. Speed date your way through

the latest developments in leaves through concurrent sessions on disability, FMLA, andUSERRA leaves.

The Affordable Care Act: EmploymentLitigation’s Newest FrontierMuch attention has been devoted to the benefit compliance provisions of the

Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). Less known, however, are the anti-retaliation provisions thatare likely to provide yet another boon to the plaintiffs’ employment bar. Find out aboutthe litigation risks created by the ACA and how to avoid them.

Trying Employment Cases in the 21st Century:A Rare but Still Viable StrategyBetween scarce courtrooms, arbitration agreements, and risk averse employers,

fewer and fewer employment cases are going to trial. However, the jury trial is not extinctand remains an appropriate endgame in certain cases. Join our trial attorneys fromaround the U.S. who will share their unique tips on how to succeed at trial.

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TRENDING TOPICS

Settlement StrategiesFrom simple matters to complex cases, some claims need to be settled. Duringthis segment, we will discuss the key considerations and options in drafting

and negotiating settlement agreements no matter what the circumstances. We willfurther discuss strategies to compel parties to settle and dealing with the unreasonableclaimant.

Accommodating Employee Victims of ViolenceLaws imposing obligations on employers to assist employees who are victimsof violence are on the increase. Even in the absence of such legal obligations,

violence impacting the workplace is an unfortunate reality and employers need to beprepared to handle such incidents. Hear firsthand experience from Flo Clark, VicePresident and Deputy General Counsel from Red Robin International, who will discuss howher company responded to employees impacted by the Aurora, Colorado shootings.

C O N T I N U E D

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

MONDAYJune 165:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. USLAW Dinner Cruise on the AtlantisDeparts from the HyattJersey City Dock

TUESDAYJune 178:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M. Registration

9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Opening Remarks –Charles G. Meyer, III,USLAW Employment &Labor Law PracticeGroup ChairandDialogue/Exchange onTrending Topics

12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.USLAW “Fast Lanes”Luncheon

1:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M.Continuation ofDialogue/Exchange onTrending Topics

2:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.Rapid Fire Q&A

3:00 P.M.Close of Program andDepartures

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CRUISE THE HUDSONAND EAST RIVERS

MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2014

JOIN USLAW NETWORK FOR A BREATHTAKINGDINNER CRUISE ON THE BEAUTIFUL YACHT, ATLANTISTonight, USLAW member attorneys and invited client guests will join together to enjoy anincredible three-hour excursion along the Hudson and East Rivers. Enjoy some of the city's fineston-water dining and cocktails while you take in awe-inspiring panoramic vistas of one of theworld's most fabled skylines – New York City. Get up close and personal to our country's belovedicon, the Statute of Liberty, and see the historic Brooklyn Bridge from a whole new perspective.See the sights of the city like never before, aboard the 150-foot luxurious vessel, Atlantis. Few finedining venues in the city can rival this cruise experience.

Boarding takes place at 5:30pm from the Hyatt Jersey City Boat Dock.

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ABOARD THE MAJESTIC ATLANTIS

HYATT REGENCY JERSEYCITY ON THE HUDSON

LOCATIONWith the charming ambiance of a harbor village combined with easy access to New YorkCity attractions, dining and entertainment, Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudsonoffers everything the discerning traveler needs. Stay in style in one of the hotel’sluxurious Jersey City hotel guestrooms, each featuring dramatic views of the scenicHudson River and the lower Manhattan skyline. Business and leisure travelers willappreciate their central location for its convenience to New York City, offering access toeverything Manhattan has to offer. Sail across the river to Lower Manhattan's financialdistrict via ferry or PATH train for a morning meeting, or enjoy afternoon weekend ofNew York sightseeing, shopping, theatre, dining, and museums.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND RATESA block of rooms has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City for Exchangeattendees. The group rate is $280 for single/double accommodations. The group rate isavailable three days prior and post conference based on hotel availability. To make areservation at the hotel, please call (201) 469-1234 and reference USLAW NETWORK tosecure the group rate. Reservations must be received by the cut-off date of May 23,2014; however, please book as soon as possible.

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WHY USLAWIn today’s global marketplace, legal needs often transcend geographic boundaries. Tooperate globally, you need to have an edge locally. This requires an in-depthunderstanding of local cultures, economies, laws, governments, trends and businessclimates. This kind of edge not only enhances your competitive position, but also allows youto anticipate – and even influence – changes in the market, and to react quickly andeffectively.

Clients with these types of complex needs turn to USLAW NETWORK (USLAW) member firmsto represent them in the courtroom and the boardroom, next door and across the UnitedStates and around the world. USLAW member firms are some of the most highly-respectedlaw firms in their respective jurisdictions. Each member firm is admitted only after substantialdue diligence and are rigorously reviewed to ensure the meet USLAW quality servicestandards.

The collective expertise of USLAW member firms is impressive. National and internationallaw firms, while they may have scores of offices, do not have access to the depth of the legalresources available through USLAW. As well, our lawyers know and respect each other.Through friendship, networking and resource-sharing, USLAW attorneys develop the type ofcooperation and client-focused service that corporations demand of their legal counsel.

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USLAW Employment & Labor Law Practice Group

With increasing litigation and governmental involvement, the rapidly evolving workplace requiresa pragmatic approach, innovative solutions, and thoughtful attention to prevent issues fromarising and solve them when they do. The USLAW NETWORK Employment & Labor Law Groupprovides top-quality, effective, and cost-efficient legal services to private and public sectoremployers facing a broad spectrum of labor and employment issues.

Members of the USLAW Employment & Labor Practice Group focus on supplying real-worldtailored solutions to labor and employment issues. They work collaboratively with our clients’ in-house legal and human resources professionals to ward off potential challenges with carefullyplanned policy formation, implementation and training.

With highly qualified and experienced employment & labor attorneys located throughout thecountry, group members are uniquely positioned to offer cutting edge legal services in a cost-effective manner. The Group’s nationwide presence and expertise permits us to respondexpeditiously to clients wherever and whenever our members are needed. Through the group’sextensive collective experience representing both private and public sector clients, memberattorneys have gained a deep understanding of our clients’ needs and goals in dealing withemployees and labor unions.

While our members must conform to the highest standards of excellence and integrity, it is ourpersonalized attention to our clients that sets USLAW apart. The group’s wealth of experience in awide variety of industries and with employers ranging from small “mom and pops” to Fortune 100companies allows them to better counsel clients on the day-to-day problems they encounter.

By working together, USLAW firms’ employment & labor law practice groups offer our clients all ofthe benefits of national representation without compromising our commitment to providingoutstanding and timely service. Through our outreach efforts, including national seminars andlocal training opportunities, the members aim not only to offer premiere, cost-effective, legalrepresentation, but also to continue to develop and strengthen relationships with our industrypartners, allowing our members to better serve the business community.

Group members believe their clients are best served through preventive measures such as carefulpolicy drafting and effective training. To that end, we are often on-site with employers, identifyingways to strengthen personnel policies and providing innovative solutions to workplace challenges.In addition, we provide training to supervisors and managers on a wide array of topics, including:sexual harassment, unlawful discrimination, workplace investigations, and violence in theworkplace.

Even with the most careful planning, employers cannot entirely avoid litigation. Group membershave extensive experience in all phases of litigation – from administrative agency proceedings tolitigation in state and federal courts throughout the country. Member attorneys are keenly awareof the potential pitfalls in administrative investigations and regularly assist employers inresponding to Department of Labor, EEOC, NLRB, OFCCP and OSHA audits and investigations atthe federal, state and local levels. Should litigation arise, USLAW clients are well-positioned byhaving all of the benefits of a large national practice with attorneys familiar with the local rules,judges and trends for nearly every jurisdiction.

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