Alden Parker is the managing partner of the Fisher Phillips Sacramento office. He represents employers in all facets of employment law matters and has considerable experience defending employers in litigation involving claims under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), California’s wage and hour laws, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).

Alden has defended employers against whistleblowing and retaliation claims, including claims under the California Whistleblower Act and various provisions of the California Labor Code.

Alden has extensive experience defending employers in federal and state court, as well as in investigations by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), United States Department of Labor (DOL) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

In addition to defending his clients in litigation, Alden frequently assists employers in avoiding litigation. He regularly advises clients on leave management issues and the interactive process for employees with disabilities, reinstatement obligations under various leave laws and wage and hour compliance. Alden has prepared employee handbooks and a variety of agreements, including independent contractor, employment, confidentiality and trade secrets agreements.

Attorney Alden Parker – Fisher Phillips

“Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace”

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are radically changing the workplace and human resource management. This presentation will provide employers guidance on AI and its potential impact on many facets of the workplace, including talent acquisition, pay equity, OSHA concerns, employee data privacy, and autonomous vehicles. The program will also provide practical advice for avoiding legal pitfalls of AI in the workplace.