ComplianceCast December 2008

December 2008 — With all eyes on the potential bailout of the Big 3, it is easy to miss the COMPLIANCE DEADLINES that loom in the very near future. New FMLA rules are set for January, and more changes to the already bumpy regulatory road are on their way. Make sure your dealership stays in the driver’s seat.

	New FMLA Regulations Leave Employers Scrambling to Comply In addition to the new ADA Amendments Act, the federal government has issued new regulations concerning the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Employers must be in compliance with these new regulations by January 16, 2009, which is right around the corner. Fisher & Phillips, LLP has prepared a comprehensive Legal Alert to help you understand the new rules and learn what you need to do to stay in compliance with FMLA. Fisher & Phillips, LLP

	Great Leadership in Turbulent Times Ted Kraybill, President of DeltaTrends, Inc., shares seven guidelines to help you navigate the chaos created by this current economic “perfect storm.” Great leaders are indeed defined by times of crises, but you’ll find that these tips will be just as relevant to managing your business once the storm is over. DeltaTrends, Inc.

	Wolters Kluwer Predicts Tricky Regulatory Environment in 2009 Wolters Kluwer is predicting that 2009 will bring even more regulatory changes with which to comply. The current financial and economic crises have signaled an increased need to protect consumers, leading to potential changes to regulations at both federal and state levels, and increased fines and penalties for businesses who are not in compliance. “If identity theft and fraud prevention wasn’t a lender or auto dealer’s main focus this year,” said Kevin Kopp of Wolters Kluwer, “it should have been.” Special-Finance Magazine

Austin Consulting Group Offers Discount to Compli Customers

Compli has teamed up with Austin Consulting Group (ACG), a leading provider of objective insurance consulting, to offer Compli Clients a $500 discount off their proven “Assertive and Effective Insurance Bid Process.”

ACG services help cut insurance costs and/or obtain better insurance coverage by making insurance companies compete to provide you with the best coverage at the lowest premium, with no surprises.

To learn more about ACG’s $500 discount offer and how ACG can help you save on insurance premiums, feel free to contact your Compli Representative or contact Roger Beery at Austin Consulting Group, (720)-528-8900 Ext. 11 or email rbeery@austincg.com.

Don’t forget! Compli to Exhibit at 2009 NADA Convention & Expo

When: January 24-27, 2009

Where: New Orleans, Louisiana

How to register: www.nada.org.

Each new regulation is just one more piece to the compliance puzzle. What will you do when the next piece is needed? Visit Compli at Booth #5211 to find out how you can protect your dealership from claims, fines and litigation with one comprehensive solution.

See you in New Orleans!

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Upcoming Webinars

Why You Need to Pay Attention to the New ADA Amendments Act

Date: Thursday, December 11, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PST

The ADA (Americans with Disabilities) Amendments Act, effective January 1, 2009, brings major change for most employers. The Act will most likely require you to adopt new policies and procedures in dealing with accommodation requests, as well as greatly impact the defense of employment litigation claims.

Join Compli Subject Matter Expert Chris Hoffman from Fisher & Phillips LLP as he drills down into what these changes will mean for you.

To Be Discussed:
• ADA Amendments Act - what has changed;
• What this means to Employers;
• Who will be affected;
• How you can implement an effective compliance program to help ensure best practices and preclude costly errors.

Space is limited, so reserve your webinar seat now at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/921338327

The Employee Free Choice Act and Other Labor Initiatives - Are You Ready?

Organized labor is down but not out, and unions have pinned their hopes on an aggressive agenda designed to turn the tide in their favor. If they succeed, organizing activity will increase dramatically, and unwary employers may find themselves unionized before they know what even hit them. Now that the election is over, what can we expect under the next administration? Find out what lies ahead in terms of proposed legislation that would include some of the most sweeping labor reforms in recent history.

Are you ready for mandatory card check imposed by the Employee Free Choice Act? Have you assessed your internal structure under the standards proposed by the RESPECT Act? Get the inside scoop from labor lawyers who will tell you what to expect and when. Our experts at Fisher & Phillips, LLP will offer a practical, phased approach designed to get you ahead of the curve while there's still time to protect your business.

The webinars are free, but do require registration. Please click on the event you want to attend and register. You will be sent an email confirmation with instructions on how to join the webinar on your chosen date.

Webinar Dates and Times:
Wednesday, December 17 at 9:00 a.m. PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/981217967

Thursday, December 18 at Noon PST
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/433692268

If you have any questions, please contact Gail Rice at grice@laborlawyers.com or 404-231-1400.

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