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Speeches and Articles

Tuesday, January, 2, 2018


On October 7, 2017, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Rules of the Road in Employment Litigation, part 2," at the Annual Conference of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association. The conference took place in Morgantown, WV.


On March 29, 2017, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "The Perilous Intersection of FMLA and ADA," at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The Seminar, "Employment Law: Rights, Benefits, and Emerging Issues," and took place in Morgantown, WV.


On January 25, 2017, Drew Capuder spoke at an event for the Labor Law Society at West Virginia University's College of Law.  The event was a panel discussion about employment law, by Mr. Capuder, Walt Auvil, and Susan Thompson, all members of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association, and Professor Anne Lofasso.


On October 7, 2016, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Rules of the Road in Employment Litigation," at the Annual Conference of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association. The conference took place in Shepherdstown, WV.


On March 30, 2016, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Handling Medical and Leave Issues," at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services The seminar was entitled "Essentials of Employment Law," and took place in Morgantown, WV. The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's article, is available at the Sterling Education Institute web site.


On April 22, 2015, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Dirty Tricks you need to look out for", at a seminar hosted by National Business Institute. The seminar was entitled "Dirty Litigation Tactics: How to Deal with the 'Rambo' Litigator", and took place in Morgantown, WV.  The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's article, is available at the National Business Institute web site.


On April 2, 2014, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented two articles two topics, "Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment in the Workplace" and "ADA and FMLA Updates and Interplay," at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The seminar was entitled "Fundamentals of Employment Law" and took place in Morgantown, WV. The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's articles, is available at the Sterling Education Services web site.


On June 11, 2013, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "The Hiring, Firing, and Discipline Processes," at a seminar hosted by the West Virginia State Auditor's Office for the State's County Clerks and Deputies. The seminar took place in Morgantown, WV.


On November 9, 2012, Mr. Capuder spoke on "Update on Employment Law," at Annual Conference of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association in Bridgeport, WV.  For Mr. Capuder's speech, he handed out an article entitled "Update on Employment Law" written by Professor Robert M. Bastress, Jr. of the West Virginia University College of Law.


On September 14, 2012, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment and Discrimination," at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The seminar was entitled "Employment Law, Beyond the Basics," and took place in Morgantown, WV. The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's article, is available at the Sterling Education Services web site.


On January 7, 2012, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Sexual and Other Harassment in the Workplace: What is it, and what to do about it," at a seminar hosted by Lorman Educational Services. The seminar was entitled "Employment Law Update in West Virginia," and took place in Morgantown, West Virginia.


On October 29, 2011, Mr. Capuder was part of a panel discussion on "Discovery and Settlement Issues" (with Drew Capuder, Kay Bayless, and Walt Auvil) at the Annual Conference of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association. The conference took place in Morgantown, WV.


On October 30, 2010, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Protection of Employees Against Unlawful Retaliation Discharges" at the Annual Convention of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association. Mr. Capuder was elected president of WVELA at that Annual Conference, for 2010-2011. Mr. Capuder was also part of a panel discussion on "Twitter, Facebook, and Other Social Media for Lawyers" at the Conference.


On October 20, 2010, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented 2 articles at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The seminar was entitled Fundamentals of Employment Law in Morgantown, West Virginia. Mr. Capuder presented 2 speeches and 2 articles on these topics: (1) "Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment in the Workplace", and (2) "ADA and FMLA Update". The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's article, is available at the Sterling Education Institute web site.


On October 2, 2009, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment in the Workplace, at the Annual Convention of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association, in Morgantown, West Virginia.


On March 25, 2009, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented 2 articles at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The seminar was entitled "Employment Law Update" in Morgantown, West Virginia. Mr. Capuder presented 2 speeches and 2 articles on these topics: (1) "Hot Topics: The Latest Interpretations of Current Employment Law", and (2) "Employment Issues in the Paperless Workplace". The book containing all of the articles from the seminar, including Mr. Capuder's article, is available at the Sterling Education Institute web site.


On October 24, 2008, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Attorneys' Fees in West Virginia Employment Litigation" at the Annual Conference of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association in Lewisburg, West Virginia.


On August 27, 2008, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented articles on 5 topics at a seminar hosted by Lorman Education Services in Morgantown, West Virginia. The seminar was entitled "Employee Discipline and Discharge: How to Avoid Employment Litigation in West Virginia." Mr. Capuder's 5 speeches and 5 articles were on (1) "Disability Discrimination", (2) "Age Discrimination", (3) "The Good News and Bad News on Employment at Will", (4) "Retaliation Claims", and (5) "Whistle Blower Claims". Click here for the complete agenda and list of speakers.


On July 23, 2008, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented articles on 2 topics at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The seminar was entitled "Employment Law Update" in Morgantown. Mr. Capuder's 2 speeches and 2 articles were on (1) "Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment in the Workplace", and (2) "Employment Law Developments."  Click here (Microsoft Word document) for the complete agenda and list of speakers.


On October 26, 2007, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Age Discrimination Under West Virginia Law" at the Annual Convention of the West Virginia Employment Lawyers Association in Hedgesville, West Virginia.


On November 21, 2002, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented an article on "Spotting Employment Issues in West Virginia" for a Marion County Bar Association meeting. Click here for a copy of Mr. Capuder's article.


In Texas, Mr. Capuder spoke and presented articles several times to the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA) in connection with their continuing education seminars and conferences, on topics covering employment litigation, business issues, and expert witness testimony. The following is a partial list:


“Avoiding Employment Litigation and Other Wishful Thinking” (article and speech) July 17 & 18, 1996, in Arlington and Austin, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Business Law Update: Issues of Interest to CPAs and Their Clients” (article and speech), September 27, 1994, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Accountants’ Expert Testimony: Trial and Deposition Techniques” (article and speech), June 28, 1994, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Preparing for Depositions as an Expert: Practical Considerations” (article and speech), December 9, 1992, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Discovery of Documents and Privilege Law” (article and speech), June 2, 1992, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Documents, Privileges, and Deposition Testimony in the Litigation Process” (article and speech), May 19, 1992, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Depositions and Trial Testimony: Dealing with Difficult Questions and Answers” (article, speech, and mock trial presentation), February 4, 1992, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Advanced Deposition Techniques” (article and speech), October 22, 1991, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.


“Giving Depositions and Testimony as an Expert Witness” (article and speech), January 31, 1991, in Houston, Texas, for the TSCPA.