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Workplace Safety in California and Beyond: Returning Employees to the Workplace



In this episode of Workplace Safety in California, Kevin Bland and Karen Tynan discuss helpful and practical workplace safety information for employers as they prepare to transition employees back into the physical workspaces. The speakers discuss safety standards, employee training, personal protective equipment, and more under federal and state occupational safety and health standards.


Alternative Work Arrangements during COVID-19: Furloughs, Reduced Schedules, and Reduced Pay



With the unknown duration of the coronavirus pandemic, in this podcast we will explore temporary and reversible measures like furloughs and reduced schedules to scale back on payroll while maintaining a connection with our employees whose help will be critical to restarting normal business operations as we reopen our states and the economy.


Special Edition TECHPLACE Tickler: Legal Associate Well-Being During COVID-19 Pandemic



: In this special edition of our TECHPLACETM Tickler series, Danielle Ochs, Brazitte Poole, and Jazmyne Jefferson discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on new associates in a law firm, including insights on how to stay connected both personally and professionally in the remote work environment.


TECHPLACE Tickler: Tech Industry Immigration during COVID-19



In the fifth episode of our TECHPLACE Tickler series, Danielle Ochs and Jacky Maroney discuss the impact of current immigration policy on the tech industry. They cover the immigration landscape in the tech world, the implications of the temporary immigration ban, and business immigration best practices during the pandemic


Quarantine Quandaries: Wellness Tips for Attorneys and Other Professionals



During the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, everyone’s “normal” has been changed. Dealing with broken routines, remote work and relationships, and lots of uncertainty can cause mental health and wellness challenges for attorneys and business professionals. Listen to this podcast for a discussion of tips and insights for maintaining positive thoughts and practices during this unprecedented time.


Workplace Safety in California: COVID-19 Update



In this episode of our Workplace Safety in California series, Kevin Bland and Karen Tynan discuss the current state of workplace safety and health during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how to approach remote inspections, telephonic settlement conferences, personal protective equipment, and the hierarchy of controls.