Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

2010-2011 TEEOCA year is already starting off with a splash for our HR Professionals. One of the hottest topics in employment law is the topic for our first program of the year – Family Responsibility Discrimination. Rachel Crawford will be getting us up to date on what we need to know about this hot topic.

For the past year TEEOCA has focused on content rich employment law issues and we plan on continuing to provide programs that will keep our members and guests up to date on issues that face the workplace. As I like to say “TEEOCA is your resource for employment law issues”. All our programs will be HRCI credit approved and we will provide handouts and materials posted to our website.

If you are interested in serving as an officer, please let us know. Our elections will be held at our first meeting and we will be sending out information on those who have agreed to serve our association. Your feedback on programs and the association is much appreciated.

This is the beginning of our program year and membership is based on September to May programs. We are working to get the membership dues and prepaids current so thanks for working with us. If you have not joined, please consider joining for our first meeting of the year in Sept. We are doing our best to bring content and value to our membership.

Sign up today for the program and complete a membership application on line or at the meeting.

Looking forward to another great year!

Blessings,

Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2010-2011

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

Next LUNCH & LEARN / September 1st, 2010

Date: Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Location:
Tulsa Country Club
701 North Union Ave.

Cost:
$20 (members) : $25 (non-members)

This Program is HRCI accredited.

RSVP to: brenda@teeoca.org

RSVP by: August 30th, 2010

Or fill out the form at the bottom of this page.

Rachel B. Crawford, Esq.

Newton, O’Conner, Turner & Ketchum, P.C.

Kirk can be reached at: kturner@newtonoconnor.com

Kirk Turner’s Topic: “Family Responsibilities Discrimination: Don’t Get Caught Off Guard” When to conduct an investigation

Family Responsibilities Discrimination is the new en vogue employment claim. Lawsuits filed by caregivers have increased almost 400% over the past decade as a result, and verdicts and settlements in family responsibilities discrimination cases average over $500,000. Employers of all sizes – from small start-up companies to large multi-national corporations – are being sued by employees who are pregnant, or who care for young children, sick spouses or parents, or aging parents. Employers need to be aware of the liability and potential costs associated with family responsibilities discrimination.

Rachel B. Crawford, an attorney with the law firm of Newton, O’Connor, Turner & Ketchum, P.C., will provide important information about current trends in family responsibilities discrimination, factual patterns of which employers need to be aware, the most common causes of action and what employers need to know to avoid claims of family responsibilities discrimination.

Lunch Registration

Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

TEEOCA is finishing the program year strong with Mr. Kirk Turner.  For the past 9 months, we have had attorney’s speak on a variety of topics and the need for documentation and internal investigations has been touched on consistently.  This month’s luncheon topic is titled "Keys to an Internal Investigation".  We have asked Kirk to present  a workshop for our members and guests after the luncheon that will be very practical for the workplace and tie up the year with afternoon workshop.  The program title is "Biggest Mistakes Managers Make and How to Avoid Them".  If you have ever been to one of Kirk’s programs – you know it will be a full value packed session and one that you will want to bring some of your managers too.  His handouts will be well worth the $60 for this program and will not be available except to those who attend.  TEEOCA continues to help the HR professional to bring value to the table for their companies.  You won’t want to miss this session and a great opportunity to bring others with you from your company. Our luncheon is regular price and the afternoon session is just $60 per person.  A small price to pay for the prevention of a mistake that may cost you company $1,000’s.  HRCI Credit for both the lunch & workshop.

We have moved the May program to the second Wednesday in the month since the Oklahoma SHRM conference is the first week in May. I would encourage you to consider attending this conference as it is packed full of great programs: www.okhrconference.com

Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

Next LUNCH & LEARN

Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Time: 11:30am-1pm
*New Location:
Tulsa Country Club
701 North Union Ave.

Cost:
$20 (members) : $25 (non-members)

This Program is HRCI accredited.

RSVP to: nancy@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: May 10th, 2010

Or fill out the form at the bottom of this page.

After-Lunch Workshop:

Date: Wednesday May 12th, 2010

Time: 1:30 – 3:30pm

Location: Tulsa Country Club, 701 North Union Ave.

Cost: $60

 This Program is HRCI accredited.

RSVP to: nancy@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: May 10th, 2010

Or fill out the form at the bottom of this page.

May 12th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Kirk Turner

Newton, O’Conner, Turner & Ketchum

Kirk can be reached at: kturner@newtonoconnor.com

Kirk Turner’s Topic: "Internal Workplace Investigations"

This will help you gain an understanding of the key considerations in conducting effective internal workplace investigations such as when to investigate; planning the investigation; selecting the investigator; preparing for and conducting witness interviews; reaching a conclusion; and post-investigation communication with the alleged perpetrator and victim.

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President of TEEOCA 2010-2011

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

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March 3rd. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Randall J. Snapp

Crowe & Dunlevy

Randall can be reached at: randall.snapp@crowedunlevy.com

Randall Snapp’s Topic: “Lawsuit or No Lawsuit:  How to Avoid Seeing Your Employees Win Big in Court”

This will be an interactive presentation in which actual employment cases will be presented and analytically discussed to determine how you would handle the employment situation. The discussion will include the analysis of the relevant laws and a discussion of whether the situation could have been handled in a different matter.
Objectives:
1. Test attendee’s skills at analyzing tough employment situations;
2. Test attendee’s knowledge of employment laws; and
3. Help attendees avoid mistakes in handling future situation.

TEEOCA

Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators Association
______________________
Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

Travis Jones

March madness is upon us – everyone seems to be stretched to do more with less in the HR field.  TEEOCA is the resource that keeps us sane, with outstanding  programs on topics of interest to keep our feet grounded.  Last month, our program was so powerful that many attendees were gathered around our speaker for a good while after the program asking questions. I am reminded again of what a blessing it is to have Employment Law Attorney’s as our guest speakers each month.  The topics to complete our normal year at TEEOCA over the next three months are Slam Dunks, to play a little off the upcoming basketball playoffs.  It will soon be baseball season and then we will call them Home Runs. Take a look, make your reservations and join us for great food, education and networking with other HR Professionals.  We appreciate your attendance and participation.
If you have not joined TEEOCA, please consider joining and becoming active.
www.teeoca.org See new info each month along with links to sites for employment law issues.  If you have a good site that you think the members would find value in knowing about, would you let me know and we will get it posted on the link section.
Sincerely,
Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

LUNCH & LEARN

Date: Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Time: 11:30am-1pm
*New Location:
Tulsa Country Club
701 North Union Ave.

Cost:
$20 (members) : $25 (non-members)

This Program is HRCI accredited.

RSVP to: angei@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: March 1st, 2010

Or go online: www.TEEOCA.org

March 3rd. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Randall J. Snapp

Crowe & Dunlevy

Randall can be reached at: randall.snapp@crowedunlevy.com

Randall Snapp’s Topic: “Lawsuit or No Lawsuit:  How to Avoid Seeing Your Employees Win Big in Court”

This will be an interactive presentation in which actual employment cases will be presented and analytically discussed to determine how you would handle the employment situation. The discussion will include the analysis of the relevant laws and a discussion of whether the situation could have been handled in a different matter.
Objectives:
1. Test attendee’s skills at analyzing tough employment situations;
2. Test attendee’s knowledge of employment laws; and
3. Help attendees avoid mistakes in handling future situation.

April 7th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Tom Robertson

Barrow & Grimm

Tom can be reached at: Robertson@barrowgrimm.com

Tom Robertson’s Topic: “The ADA – Your Worst Dreams Do Come True!”
The “New” Americans with Disabilities Act – Guidelines for Employers

• What effects have flowed from changes to the law?
• Critical steps for compliance before litigation
• The Interactive Process – When and Why?

May 12th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Kirk Turner

Newton, O’Conner, Turner & Ketchum

Kirk can be reached at: kturner@newtonoconnor.com

Kirk Turner’s Topic: “Internal Workplace Investigations”

This will help you gain an understanding of the key considerations in conducting effective internal workplace investigations such as when to investigate; planning the investigation; selecting the investigator; preparing for and conducting witness interviews; reaching a conclusion; and post-investigation communication with the alleged perpetrator and victim.

Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators Association
______________________
Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

Travis Jones

TEEOCA is an association that is your source for Employment Law issues with attorneys as our monthly speakers. We are off and running into 2010 at breakneck speed.  With attendance at 59 people last month for our program on FMLA, we have moved our meeting location to the beautiful Tulsa Country Club.  We will be meeting in a room that overlooks downtown Tulsa and will be educated by another great employment law attorney, with a most relevant topic.   Steve Broussard will be speaking on pre-screening employees and the changes in the Oklahoma Drug Testing laws.  As has been our custom, we will have time during the program for interaction with our speaker on the topic.  Please plan to attend and bring another HR Professional who would like to work toward a higher degree of credibility in the jungle of the employment world.
Our line up of speakers for the spring is incredible – check out the list below and make your reservation today.  We are listening to our members and adjusting our programs to your needs.  All programs are HRCI Credit approved for one hour.
If you have not joined TEEOCA, please consider joining and becoming active.  www.teeoca.org   See new info each month along with links to sites for employment law issues.  If you have a good site that you think the members would find value in knowing about, would you let me know and we will get it posted on the link section
Sincerely,
Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

LUNCH & LEARN

Date: Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
Time: 11:30am-1pm
*New Location:
Tulsa Country Club 
   701 North Union Ave.

Cost:
$20 (members) : $25 (non-members)

RSVP to: angei@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: March 1st, 2010

Or go online: www.TEEOCA.org

February 3rd. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Steve Broussard

Hall, Estill

Steve can be reached at: SBroussard@HallEstill.com

Since 1989, Steve has specialized in representing, advising and assisting
employers in various employment related matters. He has presented numerous
employment-related seminars, speeches and programs for employees, managers,
supervisors and staff, and has successfully defended numerous employers and
supervisors in employment litigation and administrative proceedings in
various jurisdictions. He has an individual AV-rating through
Martindale-Hubbell, has been selected as a Best Lawyer in America in
Commercial Litigation and Employment Law and has been recognized as an
Oklahoma Super Lawyer in Employment Litigation: Defense.
Steve Broussard’s Topic:"Drug & Alcohol Testing in Oklahoma"

• What employers must do in order to begin testing applicants or employees for drugs and alcohol in Oklahoma.

• Is your drug and alcohol testing program being administered in accordance with Oklahoma law?

• What are the consequences of an employer’s violation of the Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Testing Act?

March 3rd. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Randall J. Snapp

Crowe & Dunlevy

Tom can be reached at: randall.snapp@crowedunlevy.com

Randall Snapp’s Topic: "Lawsuit or No Lawsuit:  How to Avoid Seeing Your Employees Win Big in Court"

This will be an interactive presentation in which actual employment cases will be presented and analytically discussed to determine how you would handle the employment situation. The discussion will include the analysis of the relevant laws and a discussion of whether the situation could have been handled in a different matter.
Objectives:
1. Test attendee’s skills at analyzing tough employment situations;
2. Test attendee’s knowledge of employment laws; and
3. Help attendees avoid mistakes in handling future situation.

April 7th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Tom Robertson

Barrow & Grimm

Tom can be reached at: Robertson@barrowgrimm.com

Tom Robertson’s Topic: "The ADA – Your Worst Dreams Do Come True!"
The "New" Americans with Disabilities Act – Guidelines for Employers

• What effects have flowed from changes to the law?
• Critical steps for compliance before litigation
• The Interactive Process – When and Why?

May 5th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Kirk Turner

Newton, O’Conner, Turner & Ketchum

Kirk can be reached at: kturner@newtonoconnor.com

Kirk Turner’s Topic: "Internal Workplace Investigations"

This will help you gain an understanding of the key considerations in conducting effective internal workplace investigations such as when to investigate; planning the investigation; selecting the investigator; preparing for and conducting witness interviews; reaching a conclusion; and post-investigation communication with the alleged perpetrator and victim.

Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators Association
______________________
Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

Travis Jones

My has this year flown by quickly.  As I look back and think about all the changes in our country over the past year, it amazes me:  Economic collapse, bail outs, a new president, the stock market shift, oil & gas up and down, the lays offs continuing, and on top of all that, so many new laws for employers to keep abreast of – Are you tired yet?  Chris Thrutchley will bring us a fresh insight into FMLA with some real life situations for us to consider, and the need for on-going basic prevention training. He promises to bring a program that will help you navigate the economy and help you and your companies to keep above the laws of the land.  I was reminded over the past few months of the value of TEEOCA, to keep our HR community up to date on current issues. Without a doubt, your board is committed to providing you with programs that help you to maintain a seat at the table with your companies.  Thanks for the great attendance and commitment to coming each month.  It has a been a pleasure being a part of TEEOCA this year.

If you have not joined TEEOCA, please consider joining and becoming active.  www.teeoca.org   See new info each month along with links to sites for employment law issues.  If you have a good site that you think the members would find value in knowing about, would you let me know and we will get it posted on the link section
Sincerely,

Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

*…Check out the New Website…*

www.TEEOCA.org

You can NOW register for membership, RSVP and pay for luncheons, and check out new information & links for helpful sites!

LUNCH & LEARN

Date: Wednesday, January 6th, 2010
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Address: Baxter’s Interurban, 7th & Houston

Cost:
$20 (members) : $25 (non-members)

RSVP to: angei@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: March 1st, 2010

Or go online: www.TEEOCA.org

January 6th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Christopher S. Thrutchley, PHR

Newton, O’Connor, Turner and Ketchum

Chris can be reached at: cthrutchley@newtonoconnor.com .

Chris represents management in labor and employment litigation before all courts and agencies. He also concentrates his practice in providing preventive employment law counsel, employment practices training for managers and employees, and compliance audits of employment policies, procedures, and practices. Chris enjoys a rich family heritage of labor, employment, and human resources experience which adds value to the practical, insightful counsel he offers. Chris inherited his passion for employment law from his father, a nationally recognized HR/Labor Relations leader.  Chris is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and served as the V.P. of Legislative Affairs for the Tulsa Area Human Resources Association (TAHRA) from 2002 to 2004. Chris also has served as the V.P. of Programs for the Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators’ Association (TEEOCA) from 2002 to the present.  Chris serves as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Oklahoma Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section for 2005.  Chris is a frequent author and speaker on employment law and human resources issues.

Christopher Thrutchley’s Topic:
"FMLA and Absence Management Strategies"

• Managing leave under the new FMLA regulations
• Impact of recent cases interpreting the new FMLA regs
• Strategies for effectively managing intermittent leave

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Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators Association
______________________
Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:

Travis Jones

Tis’ the season to be jolly, but not foolish or unprepared for the inevitable! Our program this month is timely! Avoid having your holiday party turn into a case for sexual harassment, exposure to liabilities and something that will make the news media not reflect well on your company. Monica has given this program to her clients and others in the past few years, and has developed a program that will be very relevant for our attendees.  It has been our intention to provide programs that are current and give you something to keep you abreast of how to be the professional in the Human Resource field. Consider bringing one of your staff members, that help plan the events for your company.  This program applies to any activity your company sponsors or that would involve your employees. 
Next month, we have Chris Thrutchley with another timely program.  Our program chairman and his committee have done an excellent job of coming up with speakers and programs that benefit our members.  If you have suggestions for topics as we move into 2010, please let us know.
We need your reservation no later than noon on Monday November 30th.  We are looking forward to a great program.  This program has been approved for HRCI credit.

If you have not joined TEEOCA, please consider joining and becoming active.  www.teeoca.org   See new info each month along with links to sites for employment law issues.  If you have a good site that you think the members would find value in knowing about, would you let me know and we will get it posted on the link section

May you have a joyous Christmas season!
Sincerely,

Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010

Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com

*…Check out the New Website…*

www.TEEOCA.org

You can NOW register for membership, RSVP and pay for luncheons, and check out new information & links for helpful sites!

LUNCH & LEARN

Date: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Address: Baxter’s Interurban, 7th & Houston

Cost:
IF YOU REGISTER BEFORE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST, BY NOON (& YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER), YOU WILL RECEIVE THE MEMBER PRICE OF $20.

RSVP to: angei@cdpartnersinc.com

RSVP by: March 1st, 2010

Or go online: www.TEEOCA.org

December 2nd Guest Speaker:

Monica Maple

Sneed, Lang, Herrold, PC

Monica can be reached at: mmaple@sneedlangherrold.com

Ms. Maple has significant experience in labor and employment law in which she advises clients on employee issues and policies, as well as defends management in employment discrimination lawsuits and administrative hearings.  In addition to labor and employment law, Ms. Maple also focuses her practice on complex civil and appellate litigation, business tort, commercial litigation, insurance defense litigation and real estate.

Monica Maple’s Topic: "Avoid Having Your Holiday Party Result in a Claim of Sexual Harassment"

January 6th. 2010 Guest Speaker:

Christopher S. Thrutchley, PHR

Newton, O’Connor, Turner and Ketchum

Chris can be reached at: cthrutchley@newtonoconnor.com .

Chris represents management in labor and employment litigation before all courts and agencies. He also concentrates his practice in providing preventive employment law counsel, employment practices training for managers and employees, and compliance audits of employment policies, procedures, and practices. Chris enjoys a rich family heritage of labor, employment, and human resources experience which adds value to the practical, insightful counsel he offers. Chris inherited his passion for employment law from his father, a nationally recognized HR/Labor Relations leader.  Chris is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and served as the V.P. of Legislative Affairs for the Tulsa Area Human Resources Association (TAHRA) from 2002 to 2004. Chris also has served as the V.P. of Programs for the Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators’ Association (TEEOCA) from 2002 to the present.  Chris serves as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Oklahoma Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section for 2005.  Chris is a frequent author and speaker on employment law and human resources issues.

Christopher Thrutchley’s Topic:
"FMLA and Absence Management Strategies"

• Managing leave under the new FMLA regulations
• Impact of recent cases interpreting the new FMLA regs
• Strategies for effectively managing intermittent leave