Learn to navigate the complexities of federal and state leave laws with practical tools for managing leave policies, ensuring compliance, and supporting employees during critical life events.
Demystify the complex intersection of federal and state leave laws in this comprehensive session designed to help HR professionals navigate employee leave management with confidence. From FMLA and ADA requirements to emerging state regulations, discover practical approaches for developing compliant, employee-friendly leave policies that reduce organizational risk. Learn how to effectively manage concurrent leave situations, implement reasonable accommodations, and create streamlined processes that support both employees and managers.
This session provides actionable frameworks for documenting leave decisions, tracking requirements, and maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Participants will gain practical tools for handling challenging leave scenarios, including intermittent leave, medical certifications, and return-to-work processes. Perfect for HR professionals, benefits administrators, and compliance specialists who need to stay current with evolving leave laws while creating supportive employee experiences during critical life events.
Key Objectives:
- Master the current landscape of federal and state leave requirements while developing practical frameworks for ensuring ongoing compliance and risk management.
- Design and implement efficient leave management processes that effectively coordinate FMLA, ADA, and state leave requirements while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Create comprehensive training programs and tools that help managers and HR teams confidently navigate complex leave scenarios while supporting employee needs.
Meet the Presenters
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Shari Simpson
Shari Simpson is Paylocity's Senior Manager Thought Leadership. She is a seasoned HR pro with 16+ years of experience under her belt. As a multi-talented HR expert, she brings a fresh and veteran perspective to a variety of subjects, from training and development to talent acquisition and employee relations. Shari rocks the mic on the HR Mixtape podcast, where she drops knowledge with other industry legends. But she doesn't stop there - Shari is always finding new ways to elevate HR, payroll, and business pros, whether it's through speaking at national conferences, collaborating with other leaders, or co-leading a women's employee resource group. Get ready to level up with Shari!
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Veronica Buenrostro
Veronica Buenrostro is a Senior Leave of Absence Specialist at Paylocity. She has more than 19 years of HR experience spanning a wide range of roles and responsibilities. Veronica likewise has over 9 years specializing in leave management, ADA accommodations, and workers’ compensation. Additionally, with 10 years on the broker side, she provides a well-rounded perspective on employee and employer needs.
SHRM certification has approved this webinar for 1 PDC toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. A program code will be provided at the end of the webinar.