Last Call to Register for Q2 Hotline Confessions

Q2 Hotline Confessions:  The Tough Calls & Close Calls

Presented by

Colleen McCarthy & James Rumm

Kennedy McCarthy & Rumm

What's Really Coming Through the Hotline

Every week, employers call the HR Hotline with situations they didn't see coming - discipline decisions, terminations gone sideways, leave issues, and compliance risks.

In this Q2 session, we're unpacking real hotline scenarios and the decisions that could have gone very differently.

💡 Free for EAC Members
🎓 SHRM PDC Eligible

Close Calls Employers Almost Missed

Some of the most costly HR mistakes don't start big - they start with one decision made under pressure.

💡 Free for EAC Members
🎓 SHRM PDC Eligible

What You'll Learn

This isn't theory - this is what's actually happening in workplaces right now.

You'll walk away with:

• Clear guidance on handling complex employee situations
• Insight into how employment attorneys evaluate risk
• Practical steps to protect your organization

💡 Free for EAC Members
🎓 SHRM PDC Eligible

Prevent the Problem Before It Starts

Most employers don't realize they're at risk - until they are.

The scenarios shared in this session are happening right now.  The only question is whether you'll recognize them in your own workplace.

Join us to get ahead of:

• Costly employee relations issues
• Compliance missteps
• High-risk decision points

2026 EAC

Membership

Free HR Hotline:

Get immediate answers to employer-employee questions with a dedicated hotline staffed by an experienced employment law attorney.

Timely Legal Updates:

Receive email updates with the latest changes in both Federal and California employment laws, keeping you informed and compliant.

Discounted Workshops and Webinars:

Access expert-led sessions on essential HR and legal topics at a discounted rate.

And Much More:

Enjoy additional resources, tools, and support to streamline your HR practices and enhance your organization’s compliance.

2026 Programs

The 2026 Workplace Violence Compliance Mandate

05.21.2026

Benefits That Matter: Designing Packages Employees Won't Walk Away From

06.11.2026

Mid-Year Legal Checkpoint: 2026 Laws California Employers Can't Ignore

06.25.2026

2026 Q3 Hotline Confessions

07.23.2026

Leaves of Absence Essentials: Tools & Tips for HR Success

08.13.2026

Lead with Impact: Mastering the Art of Managing Employees

09.17.2026

Stay or Go? How Creative Recognition Keeps Your Best People

10.08.2026

2026 Q4 Hotline Confessions

10.22.2026

Wage & Hour Wake-Up Call: Avoid the Compliance Crisis

11.19.20

Hire Without Regret: Mastering the Modern Hiring Process

12.03.2026

Online Registration is open for all 2026 programs.  Call the office at (480) 532-0007 or email Faith Barnese at faith@eac-oc.com if you prefer to be invoiced for program registration.

This bulletin is provided as a courtesy to our clients, members, and friends to highlight current developments in the law. It is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice or a legal opinion. If you have questions or need guidance regarding these or other matters, please contact Faith Barnese at the EAC-OC office at (714) 794-4253, cell (480) 532-0007, or faith@eac-oc.com.

Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, Inc.

The Employer Advisory Council of Orange County is a non-profit group, run by HR professionals and attorneys, as a low-cost approach to business and human resource solutions. Membership entitles you and your associates to low-cost HR workshops, timely updates on breaking legislation affecting your business practices and access to an HR Attorney Hotline. For more information on the EAC, visit our website at https://www.eac-oc.com

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Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, Inc.

PO Box 9575, Brea CA 92822
(714) 794-4253