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Available On-Demand - Publication Date: 01/31/2024
60 minutes

Overview (Program Summary)

This program originally aired on December 7, 2023. Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.


The way a company addresses “social” considerations may be defined by the relationships is maintains with its workforce, the societies in which it operates, and the political environment. In this webcast, key attorneys will discuss the latest legal and compliance considerations surrounding social aspects in the workplace, with a focus on (1) how companies are creating risk and rolling back their DEI policies; (2) potential liabilities for Chief Sustainability Officers and Chief Human Resource Officers (3) key takeaways from the SEC's Investor Advisory Committee meeting; and (4) potential liabilities surrounding EU regulations i.e., Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. The Webcast will also discuss the environmental considerations in anticipation of the release of the SEC's climate rules.


This program will feature the following panelists:



Joseph M. Dawley, P.E.

Executive Counsel, HSE, Sustainability and Regulatory Law

Baker Hughes Company (Bio)



Betty M. Huber

Partner

Latham & Watkins LLP (Bio)



Sarah E. Fortt

Partner

Latham & Watkins LLP (Bio)



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