Employment Law Hot Topics: Dealing with Construction Industry Employee Issues

Doug Kauffman, partner in the firm’s Birmingham office and member of the Labor and Employment Practice, presented at the 11th Annual Construction Industry Summit, an event gathering construction professionals to discuss key legal developments affecting the industry. 

The Summit was hosted by the Construction Industry Section of the Alabama State Bar, Alabama Association of General Contractors, and Beacon Programs. It was held December 3 at the Hyatt Regency Wynfrey in Birmingham.

Doug’s presentation focused on managing employee issues within the construction industry.

He helps employers manage their most valuable assets —their employees. For more than 30 years, he has counseled large and small employers, helping them stay up to date on the law, regulations, and best practices with respect to employment compliance. When issues arise in the workplace, Doug provides real-time solutions. He also handles complaints or audits by various government agencies, such as the EEOC, the Department of Labor, and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and he litigates all employment issues in court. Well-respected on both sides of the table, Doug is frequently invited to speak at seminars. 

Doug is consistently recognized for excellence by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America. Birmingham Business Journal named Doug to its Best of the Bar list in 2021.