Episodios

  • Pay Transparency in Cleveland: Compliance Tips for Employers

    Pay Transparency in Cleveland: Compliance Tips for Employers
    Feb 19 2026
    Season 01 Episode 32
    Frantz Ward Associate and Host Josh A. Friedman sits down with Associate Ben F. Kerns to break down Cleveland’s new Pay Transparency Ordinance, which took effect Monday, October 27, 2025. They discuss which employers and applicants are covered, what the ordinance requires in job postings, and how restrictions on salary history inquiries will impact hiring practices. Josh and Ben also explore the enforcement process and offer practical compliance insights for employers operating in or around Cleveland. Host: Josh A. Friedman Guest: Ben F. Kerns
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    8 m
  • DEI in 2025: Legal Shifts, Executive Orders, and What Employers Need to Know

    DEI in 2025: Legal Shifts, Executive Orders, and What Employers Need to Know
    Feb 19 2026
    Season 01 Episode 31
    In this episode, Labor & Employment Associates Katherine E. McLaughlin and Stacey M. Sanderson tackle one of the most common questions from clients in 2025: What’s going on with DEI? With host, firm Associate Josh A. Friedman, they break down the legal shifts employers must navigate following recent executive orders that impact DEI programs. Host: Josh A. Friedman Guests: Katherine E. McLaughlin, Stacey M. Sanderson
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    24 m
  • An Overview of the First and Latest Recreational Cannabis States: What to Learn and What’s Next

    An Overview of the First and Latest Recreational Cannabis States: What to Learn and What’s Next
    May 22 2025
    Season 01 Episode 30
    In the 13 years since Colorado legalized recreational cannabis, the industry has exploded in multiple states across the country. With Ohio as the latest to open its doors to the cannabis industry, Frantz Ward Of Counsel Mia Garcia and Partners Thomas Haren, and Keenan Jones examine Colorado’s established cannabis industry and look forward to the expanding industry in Ohio. Hosts: Mia L. Garcia, Thomas G. Haren, Keenan M. Jones
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    30 m
  • Executive Orders and DEI: A New Landscape for Employers

    Executive Orders and DEI: A New Landscape for Employers
    May 15 2025
    Season 01 Episode 29
    The new Trump administration has already implemented significant changes to DEI policies, EEOC enforcement policies, and federal contractor requirements. Join Frantz Ward Partners Megan Bennett and Andrew Cleves as they break down the latest executive orders and discuss new compliance obligations businesses should consider moving forward. Hosts: Megan E. Bennett, Andrew Cleves
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    19 m
  • Smart Hiring or Smart Risks? AI’s Impact on Employment Law

    Smart Hiring or Smart Risks? AI’s Impact on Employment Law
    Jan 3 2025
    Season 01 Episode 28
    Artificial intelligence is reshaping how employers screen candidates and make hiring decisions—but with this power comes responsibility. Join Frantz Ward Partner Megan Bennett and Associate Stacey Sanderson as they explore the intersection of AI and employment law. Discover how AI is changing workplace dynamics, the legal implications of its use in hiring, and the risks of bias and discrimination. From real-world cases to emerging regulations, they provide practical guidance for employers looking to integrate AI into their hiring processes while ensuring fairness and compliance. Host: Stacey M. Sanderson Guest: Megan E. Bennett
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    17 m
  • Building a Secure Future: Cyber Defense in Construction

    Building a Secure Future: Cyber Defense in Construction
    Jan 1 2025
    Season 01 Episode 27
    Cybersecurity isn’t just a tech issue—it’s a construction imperative. Join Frantz Ward Partner Brad Reed and Associate Brad Ouambo as they uncover the vulnerabilities within the industry and share actionable advice on defending against cyber attacks. Equip yourself with the knowledge to safeguard your projects and data. Hosts: Bradley N. Ouambo and Bradley D. Reed
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    31 m
  • Following the Rule: A Guide to Recent FTC Developments

    Following the Rule: A Guide to Recent FTC Developments
    Dec 20 2024
    Season 01 Episode 26
    With the Federal Trade Commission recently issuing their “Final Rule,” this leaves employers facing a lot of unknowns along with impending questions about the state of their companies. Labor and Employment Practice Group Chair Brian Kelly and Andrew Cleves join host Mike Smith to delve into what kinds of non-compete clauses will be barred by this rule and what this means for employers moving forward. Host: Michael E. Smith Guests: Brian J. Kelly, Andrew J. Cleves
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    21 m
  • Do You Hear That? Employers Facing Rise in OSHA section 11(c) Whistleblower Complaints

    Do You Hear That? Employers Facing Rise in OSHA section 11(c) Whistleblower Complaints
    Dec 2 2023
    Season 01 Episode 25
    In recent years, the number of OSHA Whistleblower complaints has been steadily on the rise, but why? In the newest episode of Shoveling Smoke, Frantz Ward Partner Christina Niro joins host Chris Koehler as they discuss current trends, how an OSHA whistleblower complaint gets filed and investigated, and how to prepare for and defend against them. Host: Christopher C. Koehler Guest: Christina Niro
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    19 m