Burke Warren Employment Law Update Webinar (Spring 2026)

You are cordially invited to Burke Warren’s Spring 2026 Labor & Employment Webinar, presenting a panel of experienced attorneys discussing recent developments that will guide and equip employers with knowledge of critical employment laws and updates. Featured speakers include Burke Warren attorneys Rachel Bossard, Joshua Cauhorn, Christine Eduardo, Chris Kentra, and Alexandra Rogers.

This complimentary webinar is ideal for general counsel, CEOs, CFOs, business owners, HR directors, office managers, and more.

Agenda

2026 Updates to Illinois Employment Laws: What Employers Need to Know
Speaker: Alexandra Rogers

• Key amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act and other employee leave laws
• New Illinois legislation taking effect in 2026

EEOC Trends Reshaping the Workplace
Speaker: Christine Eduardo

• Recent litigation reflecting an increase in certain enforcement priorities, including DEI, sex-segregated practices, and gender identity under Title VII

Updates on an Employer’s Adoption of AI
Speaker: Joshua Cauhorn

• Amazing tools — not so amazing terms and conditions
• AI notetakers — can be a double-edged sword

Illinois Workplace Transparency Act: 2026 Amendments
Speaker: Christopher Kentra

• Effects on Confidentiality & Settlement Agreements
• Expanded protection of workers’ rights, including protection from discrimination and the right to engage in union organizing activities  

Recent Cases Analyzing the Rights and Responsibilities Under the Family Medical Leave Act
Speaker: Rachel Bossard

• Clarifying employee rights
• Outlining employer obligations
• Managing intermittent leave

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