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Two of the biggest employer compliance topics heading into 2026 continue to raise questions: implementation of Michigan’s ESTA requirements and the impact of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. This session will break down what employers should understand now, where confusion still exists, and what action items belong on the compliance checklist. Speaker: Christina Nechiporchik with […]

This session will highlight the key SECURE 2.0 provisions taking effect in 2026, with a special focus on the new Roth catch-up contribution requirement for higher income employees age 50 and older. Featuring guest speaker Lance Schoening, Director of Policy, Government Relations at Principal. As implementation deadlines continue to roll out, this webinar is designed […]

Leave laws rarely operate in isolation, which is why employers often struggle with requests that touch medical leave, accommodations, pregnancy related conditions, and mental health concerns all at once. This session will help attendees understand how these obligations intersect and where employers are most likely to misstep. Speaker: John Gardiner and the Bodman Law team

As remote and flexible work arrangements continue, employers face growing risk around classification, wage and hour practices, and documentation. This session will cover the real compliance questions tied to exempt status, contractor relationships, time tracking, and out of state or remote work arrangements. Speaker: John Gardiner and the Bodman Law team

Benefit compliance can shift quickly, especially when federal requirements and state developments do not move at the same speed. Midyear is the perfect time for employers to step back and assess whether their health plan and benefits compliance practices are keeping pace with changing rules. This session is designed to help employers understand what should […]

The Consolidated Appropriations Act continues to shape how employers manage health plan transparency, reporting, and vendor oversight. While many requirements involve carriers, TPAs, PBMs, and other partners, employers and plan sponsors still need to understand what obligations apply, who is responsible for each requirement, and what documentation should be maintained. This session will help employers […]

Employee handbooks and workplace policies should evolve alongside changing laws, workforce expectations, and business practices. As employers prepare for year-end planning, this session will focus on the key policies that may need review, including leave, remote work, accommodations, wage and hour practices, harassment, technology use, and employee conduct. Attendees will gain practical guidance on where […]

Open enrollment is more than a benefits communication season. It is also a critical compliance checkpoint for employers. This session will help employers understand the notices, disclosures, documentation, and plan administration responsibilities that should be addressed during open enrollment. Attendees will learn how to avoid common compliance oversights, improve communication with employees, and prepare for […]