HR Wake Up Call: What Employers Get Wrong 2026

In this practical and engaging 90-minute workshop, employers will gain clarity on some of the most important HR compliance risks affecting organizations right now. 

This session focuses on the areas where employers are most vulnerable, including wage and hour compliance, employee vs. contractor classification, overtime errors, volunteer vs. employee distinctions, leave law requirements, and recent legal updates that may require immediate action.

Attendees Will Learn How To:

•  Identify common wage and hour mistakes that trigger audits and lawsuits
•  Properly classify employees, contractors, and volunteers
• Understand current Illinois and federal leave requirements
• Recognize recent legal updates and determine what action is required
•  Reduce liability through practical HR risk management strategies