Law for Leaders: 5 Things Every Leader Needs to Know in 2026

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30 Apr

Law for Leaders: 5 Things Every Leader Needs to Know in 2026

Law for Leaders: 5 Things Every Leader Needs to Know in 2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026 (12:00 AM) to Saturday, August 1, 2026 (11:59 PM)
1.0 PDCs
Provider: Illinois State Council of SHRM
Course Name: Law for Leaders: 5 Things Every Leader Needs to Know in 2026

Speaker: Pam Howland
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://2026.ilshrm.org/

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Identify common leadership mistakes that lead to workplace litigation and compliance risk. Apply best practices for handling accommodations, documentation, and employee relations issues. Implement proactive strategies to ensure compliance across hiring, performance management, and separation processes.

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Today’s leaders are expected to balance culture, compliance, and risk management in an increasingly complex legal environment. With evolving regulations, expanded employee protections, and heightened expectations for inclusive workplaces, even small missteps can lead to significant legal consequences. In this session, employment attorney Pam Howland highlights five of the most common leadership mistakes seen in workplace litigation—and provides practical strategies to avoid them. Participants will gain insight into key legal areas including accommodation laws such as the ADA and PWFA, proper documentation of performance issues, and compliance considerations across the employee lifecycle. Through real-world examples and actionable guidance, attendees will develop preventative leadership habits that reduce risk, strengthen workplace culture, and support effective, compliant decision-making.