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Michael Sullivan & Associates (MS&A) is recognized for its thought leadership in several practice areas. MS&A provides supplements in the form of webinars and other resources to support our clients and community. Explore our collection of resources covering a wide range of topics to help you strengthen your current strategies.

WEBINARS

Part 1: Workers’ Compensation Liability & Employment Law Practices for the Coronavirus

Presented: March 18, 2020

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Summary: Michael Sullivan & Associates General Managing Partner Michael Sullivan, Managing Partner Eric De Wames and Managing Attorney Afsha Randera discuss Workers’ Compensation Liability and Employment Law Practices for the Coronavirus. This is the first part in the series of videos on best practices and obligations regarding COVID-19.

The webinar examines where to get information about COVID-19 and workers’ compensation liability for nonoccupational diseases. It also addresses exceptions to the rule of noncompensability, Labor Code § 3208.05, preventive measures, reactionary measures and best practices and obligations.

The information provided in this webinar might have changed due to constant COVID-19 updates. Michael Sullivan & Associates advises you to consult your attorney for the most up-to-date status.

Part 2: The Interactive Process and Reasonable Accommodation

Presented: March 18, 2020

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Summary: Michael Sullivan & Associates Senior Partner Keith Figgins and Managing Partner Eric De Wames discuss The Interactive Process and Reasonable Accommodation. This is the second in a two-part series presented to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

The team covers the topic as it pertains to both the coronavirus and to general best practices and obligations. The webinar examines requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Employment and Housing Act, strategies for compliance, preventive measures for prospective litigation, reactionary measures and best practices and obligations.

The information provided in this webinar might have changed due to constant COVID-19 updates. Michael Sullivan & Associates advises you to consult your attorney for the most up-to-date status.

Part 3: COVID-19 Update - The Burning Issues

Presented: April 9, 2020

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Summary: Michael Sullivan & Associates General Managing Partner Michael Sullivan and Managing Partner Eric De Wames provide updates on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on California Workers' Compensation and Employment Law.

The two-hour webinar examines newly issued laws, orders and guidance from federal and state authorities, and highlights the latest information. The presenters provide perspective on issues that are rapidly emerging for practitioners and employers in a shifting environment. They address areas of conflict among these newly issued edicts and existing law, offer guidance on how to move forward and share insight about possible long-term implications.

The information provided in this webinar might have changed due to constant COVID-19 updates. Michael Sullivan & Associates advises you to consult your attorney for the most up-to-date status.

Part 4: COVID-19 Update – Duty to Provide a Claim Form

Presented: Apr 16, 2020

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Summary: Michael Sullivan & Associates General Managing Partner Michael Sullivan updates participants on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on California Workers' Compensation Law and dives deeply into the employer's duty to provide a claim form for COVID-19 cases. He addresses questions including:

• When must or should an employer provide a claim form?
• What are the consequences for failure to provide a claim form?
• Does the employer have an obligation to provide benefits and/or investigate claims if an employee doesn’t or can’t file a claim form?

The information provided in this webinar might have changed due to constant COVID-19 updates. Michael Sullivan & Associates advises you to consult your attorney for the most up-to-date status.

Part 5: COVID-19 Update – Liability for Temporary Disability Benefits

Presented: Apr 23, 2020

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Summary: Join Michael Sullivan & Associates General Managing Partner Michael Sullivan and Managing Partner Rosa Williams as they provide an update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on California Workers' Compensation Law and undertake a deep-dive discussion on the employer’s liability for temporary disability benefits under the scenarios that the pandemic has created. They'll examine potential liability for temporary disability when an employer shuts down because of COVID-19. They'll discuss obligations when an employee is temporarily totally or temporarily partially disabled. They'll cover both potential 132a claims for discrimination and benefits for employees who are quarantined but don’t contract COVID-19.

Part 6: COVID-19 Update – When is COVID-19 Work-Related?

Presented: Apr 30, 2020

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Summary: Join Michael Sullivan & Associates General Managing Partner Michael Sullivan and Gordon, Edelstein, Krepack, et al. Co-Managing Partner Adam Dombchik as they provide an update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on California Workers' Compensation Law, including two new emergency regulations on the medical-legal process. After the updates, they'll engage in a deep-dive discussion on nonoccupational diseases, identifying guidelines for determining when they are and are not compensable. Finally, they'll cover the topic of injuries working from home.

GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES –– IMMIGRATION QUICK TIPS

Top 5 Things to Know About L-1 Visas

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Summary: Michael Sullivan & Associates provides high-quality counsel and defense across the state of California. Learn the top 5 things you should know about L-1 Visas from Michael Sullivan & Associates Managing Attorney Afsha Randera.

If you are interested in getting started on your L-1 Visa clearance, contact us at arandera@sullivanattorneys.com or call 310-356-5200.

B-1 in Lieu of H-1B

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Summary: Learn how B-1 is a viable alternative in lieu of H-1B visas. Michael Sullivan & Associates Managing Attorney Afsha Randera is here to resolve your immigration needs.

Contact us at arandera@sullivanattorneys.com or give us a call at 310-356-5200.

SEE ALSO

• Employment and Labor Introduction
• Appendix: Web Links For Local Safety Orders
• 2018 Employment Law Updates: a Youtube video by Michael Sullivan & Associates

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