The New England Chapter of the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA) www.pmpa.org is sponsoring an upcoming training “Five Hot Topics in Employment Law” focused on manufacturing businesses. Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025 11 am – 2 pm Fisher and Phillips 200 State Street. 12^th Floor, Boston, MA Cost – Free for PMPA Members, Non-Members $10 per registrant Join the PMPA Eastern New England Chapter for an informative and engaging presentation hosted by Fisher & Phillips, one of the nation’s premier employment law firms. This event will cover 5 key hot topics in employment law, providing you with actionable insights to navigate complex workforce issues and maintain compliance. Who should attend: C-suite, Presidents, VP’s and HR Directors & Managers! Topics Include:

1. Wage and Hour Compliance – Focus on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and specific New England state laws.
2. Managing Employee Leaves – Best practices for handling Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cases.
3. Addressing Harassment and Discrimination Claims – Guidance on managing and avoiding workplace claims.
4. Marijuana in the Workplace – Updates and considerations for employers.
5. National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) – Understanding Section 7 rights for all employees and strategies for union avoidance.

The event will include lunch provided by Fisher and Phillips! For more information contact Paula Martel at pmartel@northeastonmachine.com Visit event website.