Understanding Employment Law
Chose 1 type of Law that we have discussed over the last 5 weeks (EX: cyber law, contract law, international law, intellectual property, sale law, employment law, discrimination law). You will create an (at minimum eight slide presentation) on one of these types of law to present to the employees of a company of your choice. This company can be one that you have, or currently work for, or a company you would be interested in working for. In any case, you will be taking this presentation from the point of view of an HR person or an employee trainer. You are teaching the employees about the law in their business.
Make sure you cover the follow: Maximum Points
Define Law
Choose a type of Law and create a lesson to focus on for employees.
Share what you want employees to focus on
At LEAST 8 slides in length -including title page
Supporting photos and/or graphs 10 Points
Properly cited sources (review the Perdue Owl for information about citations)
Must describe how your choice of law affects your company and give specific examples.
Review the list of terms below. You must use a minimum of 10 terms in your presentation.
Slide 1: Title Page
Title: Understanding Employment Law in [Company Name]
Your Name
Date
Slide 2: Introduction
Define Law: Law refers to a set of rules and regulations established by a governing authority to ensure order and justice in society.
Slide 3: Importance of Employment Law
Discuss the significance of employment law in protecting the rights of both employees and employers.
Emphasize the role of employment law in promoting fair treatment, equality, and workplace safety.
Slide 4: Overview of Employment Law
Choose a specific aspect of employment law to focus on (e.g., Discrimination Law).
Explain the key principles and regulations associated with the chosen area of law.
Slide 5: Anti-Discrimination Laws
Share information on anti-discrimination laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Discuss protected characteristics (e.g., race, gender, age) and prohibited discriminatory practices in the workplace.
Slide 6: Workplace Harassment
Address the topic of workplace harassment and its legal implications.
Provide examples of behaviors that constitute harassment and explain reporting procedures within the company.
Slide 7: Wage and Hour Laws
Highlight wage and hour laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Explain the concepts of minimum wage, overtime pay, and recordkeeping requirements for employees.
Slide 8: Compliance and Consequences
Emphasize the importance of compliance with employment laws to mitigate legal risks.
Discuss potential consequences of non-compliance, including fines, lawsuits, and damage to the company's reputation.
Slide 9: How Employment Law Affects [Company Name]
Provide specific examples of how employment law impacts daily operations and policies within the company.
Discuss how adherence to employment law contributes to a positive work environment and employee satisfaction.
Slide 10: Conclusion
Summarize key points covered in the presentation.
Encourage employees to seek further guidance or training on employment law matters.
Thank employees for their attention and participation.
Terms to Include:
Discrimination
Harassment
Title VII
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Protected Characteristics
Compliance
Workplace Safety
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Retaliation
Overtime Pay
Image Sources:
Images sourced from Shutterstock
Graphs created using Canva
Sources:
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Department of Labor (DOL)
Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute
Remember to properly cite all sources using APA or MLA format for academic integrity.