Past Events

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a number of new questions and challenges for employers. “Reopening the Economy” raises a new and different set of issues for employers to address as they return workers to the workforce, reduce teleworking, implement physical distancing, masks, and temperature checks, and make other adjustments. We will review the latest updates and you will be able to ask questions about this evolving area. Join Employment, OSHA, Construction, Corporate and Litigation Attorneys Julie Pace and Heidi Nunn-Gilman…

G&B Partner Julie Pace will be speaking on a panel on June 22nd for the CFMA. This panel will discuss the current and future impact that COVID-19 is having on construction companies, businesses, employees, and the economy.Learning Objectives: 1) Learn how the pandemic has impacted the supply chain for construction materials and equipment, and analyze how those modifications will affect project scheduling and costs 2) Review the requirements established for the reopening of jobsites, as well as the costs involved…

Join G&B Partners Julie Pace and David Selden as they present for the Maricopa County Bar Association on July 22nd! Register here. The Supreme Court recently held in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia that the ban on discrimination based on “sex” in the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination against gay, bi-sexual and transgendered persons. What does this mean for an employer? In this interactive webinar, attendees will learn practical tips regarding the steps to take to ensure that…

Julie Pace and Heidi Nunn-Gilman will present "Critters in the Workplace: Emotional Support & Service Animals" for the National Business Institute. As disability cases continue to rise, it's important now more than ever for employers to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Inform employers of their obligations regarding accommodation requests, advise them on how to communicate with employees about a service animal and provide guidance on how to determine what counts as a reasonable accommodation. Prevent legal problems…

On Feb. 19, 2020, a new law went into effect known as SBRA, or the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019, also known as “Subchapter 5”. The new Bankruptcy Code will provide for a more compact and easier version of Chapter 11 Reorganizations for small business, corporate and individual debtors. The new statute has important implications for businesses. SBRA is aimed at simplifying the bankruptcy process for small businesses by increasing efficiency, lowering costs, and easing the plan confirmation process.…

A Practical Guide to the Latest Employee Internal Investigation Legal Issues Internal investigations of employee misconduct are fraught with legal pitfalls. It is essential to recognize these traps in order to preserve attorney-client privilege, avoid future lawsuits and more. In this essential legal overview of conducting employee internal investigations, our experienced attorney faculty will walk you through the investigation process and illuminate the top pitfalls that employers fall into. Ensure internal investigations protect the legal rights of all parties while…

Sign up for this presentation by G&B founder Mike King for the Arizona Builder's Alliance here! Summary: Arizona has some of the most comprehensive construction prompt pay laws in the United States. The laws greatly enhance the payment rights of contractors and subcontractors to receive prompt and timely payment on Arizona construction projects. But the failure of contractors and subcontractors to comply with those laws can also have serious consequences, including exposure to interest penalties and possible Registrar of Contractors…