FDR, now a virtual event, provides unparalleled and timely training that will help you in your current job AND in the future. With an exclusive focus on the federal sector, FDR is intended for those looking to build anti-harassment programs, prevent due process violations, gain refresher training in legal ethics, and much more. Now in our 36th year, the robust agenda offers essential training on critical issues you face in today's federal work...

FDR has consistently provided high-quality, unparalleled and timely training that will help you in your current job AND in the future. Now in our 33rd year, you'll experience more networking opportunities, along with the essential training on critical issues you face in today's federal workplace. FDR 2018 offers 60+ workshops and sessions addressing EEO, HR/LR/ER, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Legal Issues and more to provide you with author...

For three decades, thousands of federal HR, EEO, diversity, employee/labor relations and ADR practitioners have turned to FDR for unparalleled training and the unique opportunity to interact with government leaders and industry experts — at an unbeatable value!The FDR Advisory Board, composed of experienced practitioners, crafts each year’s program to ensure that the topics covered are timely, relevant and address the current issue...

The number of whistleblower cases continues to rise, and fewer reprisal cases are being dismissed. Since the introduction of the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act, there is new case law interpreting agencies’ responsibilities — and critical lessons you need to learn to defend personnel actions in your own agency’s whistleblower cases. Sam Vitaro will take you through new rulings, looking at whether the case outcomes sa...

Employees with disabilities should be held to the same standard of performance and conduct as all your other agency employees. How can you do this and ensure you aren’t violating the Rehabilitation Act? Federal employment law attorney Joseph Kaplan will guide you through, showing you how to manage employees with disabilities without the fear of disability discrimination. In just 90 minutes, you’ll become more effective and confiden...

Properly documenting an employee’s poor performance or questionable behavior so that you can hold employees accountable presents a win/win for your agency. And if the documentation is done correctly you will see an increase in productivity, stay out of litigation and maintain high morale among all employees. You’ll get comprehensive training on the process of creating and maintaining complete, appropriate documentation so you can h...

Don’t take the chances of incurring liability because an accommodation request isn’t handled properly. Joel Kravetz, a seasoned practitioner well versed in the interactive process, will walk you through all the steps necessary to effectively use the process to provide reasonable accommodations required by the Rehabilitation Act. Mr. Kravetz will elaborate on how the interactive process works from start to finish, how to manage requ...

Who hasn’t struggled to communicate with a high-conflict employee? Every workplace has those one or two employees who thrive in creating persistent conflict — dragging down everyone’s morale, along with overall productivity. You may not be able to change these employees, but you can take a strategic approach to de-escalate their behavior, manage them more effectively, and eliminate their negative impact. Find out how in this...

Both the Supreme Court and the EEOC have reinforced the rights of employees and applicants to engage in sincerely held religious practices. What does this mean for your agency and those employees who don’t share the same religious beliefs? In 90 minutes, Oliver Allen will guide you through how to recognize and address all types of religious issues in your workplace — including the increasingly prevalent issue of Islamophobia. When...

Some of the most complex employee situations you will face are caused by significant absences and medical problems. When are absences excessive? Should you charge AWOL? How do medical issues fit into the equation? Learn the lessons from must-know cases so you can feel confident about making decisions that will hold up to legal scrutiny. During this audio seminar you’ll learn how to: Charge AWOL or excessive leave at the appropriate time...