The law of religious discrimination as it affects employment has gained prominence in recent years, the result of COVID-19 and other social developments. Hear this expert panel examine the legal contours of the law, including issues regarding who is entitled to protection and requests for religious accommodation.
Then watch the panel simulate litigation of these issues to illustrate the unique characteristics of a religious discrimination claim. Using a fact pattern reflecting religious accommodation disputes that have been in the news in recent years, the attorneys discuss the law of religious discrimination generally, and analyze how that law might apply to the fact pattern presented. They then discuss the many considerations that factor into preparing for and conducting a trial of religious discrimination claims, including trial strategy, evidentiary issues, motions in limine opening statements, direct and cross-examination of witnesses, and remedies.
Then watch the panel simulate litigation of these issues to illustrate the unique characteristics of a religious discrimination claim. Using a fact pattern reflecting religious accommodation disputes that have been in the news in recent years, the attorneys discuss the law of religious discrimination generally, and analyze how that law might apply to the fact pattern presented. They then discuss the many considerations that factor into preparing for and conducting a trial of religious discrimination claims, including trial strategy, evidentiary issues, motions in limine opening statements, direct and cross-examination of witnesses, and remedies.
Course Content
2:00 - 2:05 pmWelcome and Introduction
Panel
2:05 - 2:15 pm
Who Is Entitled to Protection Under Religious Discrimination Laws?
James S. Weliky, Esq.,
Messing, Rudavsky & Weliky, PC, Newton
2:15 - 3:00 pm
The Law of Religious Reasonable Accommodation
Federal JurisprudenceMassachusetts JurisprudenceRecent Accommodation Issues
David Conforto, Esq.,
Conforto Law Group, Boston
3:00 - 3:25 pm
Best Practices for Analyzing and Responding to Employee Accommodation Requests
Janette A. Ekanem, Esq.,
Atrius Health, Newton
Keerthi Sugumaran, Esq.,
Jackson Lewis, PC, Boston
3:25 - 3:35 pm
Defenses to Religious Discrimination Claims
Janette A. Ekanem, Esq.,
Atrius Health, Newton
Keerthi Sugumaran, Esq.,
Jackson Lewis, PC, Boston
3:35 - 3:45 pm
Break
3:45 - 3:55 pm
Developing a Trial Theme and Strategy
David Conforto, Esq.,
Conforto Law Group, Boston
Janette A. Ekanem, Esq.,
Atrius Health, Newton
3:55 - 4:40 pm
Trial Preparation, Strategy, and Techniques
DiscoveryPre-trial IssuesOpening & Closing Statements
Janette A. Ekanem, Esq.,
Atrius Health, Newton
Keerthi Sugumaran, Esq.,
Jackson Lewis, PC, Boston
James S. Weliky, Esq.,
Messing, Rudavsky & Weliky, PC, Newton
Please Note
This webcast is 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.
Speakers
ChairJames S. Weliky, Esq.,
Messing, Rudavsky & Weliky, PC, Newton
Faculty
David Conforto, Esq.,
Conforto Law Group, Boston
Janette A. Ekanem, Esq.,
Atrius Health, Newton
Keerthi Sugumaran, Esq.,
Jackson Lewis, PC, Boston
