Product Description

Join us to discuss the intricacies of the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act (MEPA) in depth and learn what steps can be taken toward compliance and how to implement best practices in fair pay. Ensuring that men and women are paid equally for “comparable” work can be more complicated than it sounds. What is “comparable” work, and when is it acceptable to pay employees differently? When does it make sense to conduct a pay equity audit? What are the potential benefits and drawbacks? What does it mean to conduct a pay equity audit in “good faith”?

Engage in interactive discussions about the complex issues that arise as employers work to address the pay gap between men and women. Learn about the risk exposure for companies who fail to comply with MEPA. Get practical advice on how to best mitigate this risk, including tips on pay equity policies, procedures, and audits. Hear the panel of seasoned in-house counsel and employment law practitioners share their experiences and perspectives. Join the dialogue; bring your questions!

Agenda & Materials

• 12:00 - 12:30 pm

  Overview of the Law and Key Compliance Measures

  Lori A. Jodoin, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  
• 12:30 - 12:50 pm

  Pay Transparency

  Hillary J. Massey, Esq., Seyfarth Shaw LLP , Boston
  
• 12:50 - 1:10 pm

  How to Proactively Identify and Address Pay Inequity

  Desiree Y. Murphy, Esq., CVS, Pharmacy/Legal Dept , Woonsocket
  
• 1:10 - 1:30 pm

  Pay Equity Audits

  Hillary J. Massey, Esq., Seyfarth Shaw LLP , Boston
  Desiree Y. Murphy, Esq., CVS, Pharmacy/Legal Dept , Woonsocket
  
• 1:30 - 1:45 pm

  Hypotheticals and Interactive Discussion

  Panel
  
• 1:45 - 2:00 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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