Description

Join us on the last four Thursdays in April for the 2026 Employment Law Institute - a webinar series of timely and relevant updates on the latest employment law information you need to know. Learn more and register at: https://www.foulston.com/resources/2026-employment-law-institute. Each session in the 2026 Employment Law Institute series will be submitted for preapproval of HRCI, SHRM, and Kansas and Missouri CLE credit. 

Week 2 Topics:

Bots, Bias, and Bad Decisions: Employment Law in the Age of AI

Sara O'Keefe, Sarah Otto

AI is rapidly reshaping HR departments — changing the way employers hire, manage, and terminate employees. Unchecked use of this virtual tool can lead to real-world risks. This session discusses the latest employment law pitfalls of AI, from bias and discrimination claims to regulatory enforcement and litigation exposure. Packed with practical guidance and concrete examples, this session will help HR professionals and management use AI tools responsibly, compliantly, and defensibly. 

Employee Handbook Failures and Fixes

Charles McClellan, Teresa Shulda

Employee handbooks and policies can be an employer’s best friend … when drafted properly. But bad — or even unlawful — policies can become a nightmare. Let’s test your knowledge of handbook dos and don’ts as we review some important best practices to implement, and common mistakes to avoid, to protect your organization.