This class provides a comprehensive introduction to employment and labor relations law, covering the major issues and rules of employment law for each step of the employment process. Students will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on experiences as if they were working as an employment and labor law consultant for a company. Topics covered include employee relations, dispute resolution, employee hiring and termination, employment discrimination, the Fair Labor Standards Act, immigrant employment, LGBTQ+ rights, employee benefits, and workplace safety (OSHA). Students will gain an understanding of the legal framework that governs employment relationships and learn different strategies for implementing human resource-related legal issues effectively.
Prerequisites
None.