Dress Code Liabilities (OnDemand Webinar)

$149.00

SKU: 409380EAU

Description

Find out everything you need to know to have a tactful, uptodate, compliant dress code policy.Many employers utilize policies, which govern appropriate dress and grooming standards for employees in the workplace. In other circumstances, employees may rely upon common sense and good judgment regarding their appearance and clothing in the workplace, or employers may choose to give employees examples of what is appropriate and inappropriate attire. In doing so, however, employers need to be mindful of the potential implications under federal laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, state laws, as well as the National Labor Relations Act. This material will advise you on the potential forms of discrimination that may arise due to a dress code policy and will outline how to appropriately respond to requests for accommodations. This course will also review how to address slogans and messages on clothing that may be deemed offensive and how to address other thorny topics, including body tattoos, piercings, and body odor. You will also learn that a properly drafted dress code will not only help to maintain a professional atmosphere that is conducive to the employer’s business environment but will also play a critical role in limiting an employer’s legal exposure.

Date: 2022-01-24 Start Time: End Time:

Learning Objectives

The Importance of Having a Dress Code Policy
• What to Include in a Dress Code Policy
• Common Pitfalls of a Seemingly Neutral Dress Code

How to Appropriately Respond to Requests for Accommodations
• ADA and Title VII Implications
• What Constitutes a Reasonable Accommodation?
• Exceptions to Reasonable Accommodations

Addressing Slogans and Messages on Clothing and Accessories
• Freedom of Speech Concerns
• Political Protection and the NLRA
• What to Do About Offensive Content

Reconsidering Dress Code Policies Post-Pandemic
• Impact of the Remote Workforce on Dress Codes
• What to Do When Business Casual Becomes Too Casual

Other Thorny Topics
• Body Tattoos and Piercings
• Body Odor and the Overly-Fragrant Employee

No Credit Available

Lisa Gingeleskie, Esq.-Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C.