The Leave Law Lab

A 3-part webinar series on mastering FMLA, ADA, PFML & paid leave laws, responsibilities and compliance

The Leave Law Lab is a 3-part webinar series designed to help HR professionals, benefits administrators and compliance officers master the complexities of employee leave laws, like PFML, ADA and FMLA while staying compliant. Participants will gain practical insights into legal requirements, employee challenges, administrative coordination and the financial risks of non-compliance. This series offers actionable guidance for building smarter, more compliant leave programs. Each 1-hour webinar is eligible for 1 HRCI credit or SHRM PDC.

Webinar

Jul
29

Understanding the differences between Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) and Paid Sick Leave is critical for compliant and efficient leave management. In this one-hour webinar, we’ll explore key terms, employee challenges and how different types of leave interact. Learn how to navigate administration complexities, align leave policies, and avoid costly compliance mistakes. Perfect for HR professionals, benefits administrators and compliance officers looking to streamline leave processes and protect their organizations. 

Participants will learn: 

  • PFML vs Paid Sick Leave 
  • Employee Challenges 
  • Common Terms 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
  • How Leaves Work Together 
  • Administration 
 

REGISTER HERE

Webinar

AUG
13

Join us as The Hartford covers the core requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the workplace. Learn how to navigate accommodations, avoid common pitfalls, and understand the real cost of non-compliance. This session is essential for HR professionals, managers and business leaders seeking to stay compliant and foster an inclusive work environment. 

Participants will learn: 

  • ADA Requirements 
  • Employee & Employer Responsibilities 
  • Common Terms 
  • FMLA vs ADA 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
 

REGISTER HERE

Webinar

AUG
28

Managing employee leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can be complex and costly if done incorrectly. This one-hour webinar will break down key FMLA requirements, related leave laws and common employer challenges in absence management. We’ll cover compliance essentials, real-world risks and the financial impact of getting it wrong. Ideal for HR leaders, managers and anyone responsible for employee leave administration. 

Participants will learn: 

  • Absence Management 
  • Leave Laws 
  • Employer Challenges 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
 

REGISTER HERE

Webinar

JUL
29

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Understanding the differences between Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) and Paid Sick Leave is critical for compliant and efficient leave management. In this one-hour webinar, we’ll explore key terms, employee challenges and how different types of leave interact. Learn how to navigate administration complexities, align leave policies, and avoid costly compliance mistakes. Perfect for HR professionals, benefits administrators and compliance officers looking to streamline leave processes and protect their organizations. 

Participants will learn: 

  • PFML vs Paid Sick Leave 
  • Employee Challenges 
  • Common Terms 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
  • How Leaves Work Together 
  • Administration 
 

REGISTER HERE

Webinar

AUG
13

REGISTER ME

Join us as The Hartford covers the core requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the workplace. Learn how to navigate accommodations, avoid common pitfalls, and understand the real cost of non-compliance. This session is essential for HR professionals, managers and business leaders seeking to stay compliant and foster an inclusive work environment. 

Participants will learn: 

  • ADA Requirements 
  • Employee & Employer Responsibilities 
  • Common Terms 
  • FMLA vs ADA 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
 

REGISTER HERE

Webinar

AUG
28

REGISTER ME

Managing employee leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can be complex and costly if done incorrectly. This one-hour webinar will break down key FMLA requirements, related leave laws and common employer challenges in absence management. We’ll cover compliance essentials, real-world risks and the financial impact of getting it wrong. Ideal for HR leaders, managers and anyone responsible for employee leave administration. 

Participants will learn: 

  • Absence Management 
  • Leave Laws 
  • Employer Challenges 
  • Cost of Non-compliance 
 

REGISTER HERE

SHRM
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This program is valid for PDC(s) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
Corporate Synergies is a recognized provider of recertification credits. HR Certification Institute® pre-approved this activity for HR (General) recertification credit hour(s) toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification.

Presented by:

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John Robinson

Education Consultant
The Hartford Group

John Robinson is a trusted insurance professional with over 35 years of experience working in group benefits and property and casualty insurance. John specializes in assessing, building, and delivering insurance learning programs with a focus on absence. Helping educate and train employers and consultants on the importance of employee benefits in today’s competitive and compliance-based labor market.  John is a powerful force and uses his positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to better understand and succeed.  John is a Syracuse, NY native and a married father of 3.  He has a bachelor’s degree from St. John Fisher University and also holds the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation. 

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Tammy Smith

Education Consultant
The Hartford Group

With over 20 years in the insurance industry, Tammy has seized opportunities to drive results across claims, sales, service, underwriting, and learning organizations. With a learner-centric mindset, she empowers clients and brokers in the ever-changing world of Group Benefits through highly engaging education—edutainment, if you will.

Currently based in North Carolina, Tammy grew up in San Diego. She has an amazing husband who has been putting up with her for the past 28 years, six awesome kids, and one adorable grandson.

HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that Corporate Synergies meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

Corporate Synergies is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.

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Matt McCuen

National Executive at Imagine360

Matt McCuen is an industry veteran, with over 30 years of experience in the self-funded space.  

As the National Marketing Executive for Imagine360, Matt works with self-funded employers across the nation to improve the benefits they offer to their employees and families. 

Imagine360 is the leading provider of employer-sponsored health plan solutions that deliver deep cost savings and concierge member support. Leveraging 50+ years of expertise, Imagine360’s solutions combine the financial benefits of reference-based pricing, best-in-class member support, and health plan administration.  

Greg Santulli

CEO of Rx Valet

Greg Santulli is the CEO and Co-Founder of Rx Valet, an industry leading Pharmacy Cost Savings company. Greg has over 30 years of experience in healthcare and pharmacy. His leadership has positioned Rx Valet as the one of the leading providers of Pharmacy Cost Containment, low-cost access to medications and a successful pharmacy benefit manager. His company’s approach is to engage all parties involved to provide unprecedented results. 

Mitch Lamoriello

VP Wealth Advisor at Advus Partners

Mitchell has innovation in his bones. He understands the unique challenges and circumstances clients face in their financial lives, and is passionate about discovering new ways his family firm can help serve a changing investor and investment marketplace.

As an investment specialist, Mitchell sits on the Advus’ investment committee. He also is responsible for assisting in the firm’s qualitative and quantitative due diligence process and contributing to the research on capital markets and global economic conditions. His knowledge base in investments provides him with a strong foundation to help answer client questions and navigate issues with their portfolio. As he spends more time with clients, Mitchell understands the importance of achieving goals and has expanded his knowledge, skills and approach beyond investments to encompass holistic financial planning.

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Andy Rhea

President of Align Risk Solutions

Andy is the President of Align Risk Solutions. Prior to the formation of Align, Andy served as General Counsel to the Captive Insurance Division for the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. He began his legal career with the Mississippi Insurance Department and in private practice. He is a licensed attorney (in both Tennessee and Mississippi) and holds the Associate in Captive Insurance designation. Andy is very active in various captive insurance associations, currently serving as the President of the Tennessee Captive Insurance Association. Andy is a graduate of Mississippi State University where he received a BBA and MBA, and he earned his law degree from the University of Mississippi. During the feasibility and formation phases of Align’s process, Andy is involved in all regulatory, business plan and application functions. Ongoing, Andy is responsible for corporate governance, regulatory matters, and client relationships. 

Andrew Zito

President/CEO – Advus Fincancial Partners

Andrew has always been fascinated by complex things. The more complicated something is, the more he wants to understand it and fix it. From applying technology to solve business problems to working with plan sponsors to untangle complicated situations, he thrives on finding efficient and effective solutions.

Andrew oversees the operations of Advus, translating the firm’s vision and objectives into actionable processes. His responsibilities encompass technology solutions, business processes, service standards and human resources. He also is directly responsible for the retirement plan division and settingits strategic direction.

Andrew specializes in the qualified retirement plan aspect of the Advus business. Throughout his career, he has worked with retirement plans in a variety of different capacities. He began his career as an intern at Advus (formerly LAMCO Advisory Services, Inc.) assisting with compliance testing. He then spent several years working on platform conversions for retirement plans before moving into his present consulting role. Within the retirement plan space, he specializes in complex plan situations including plan mergers, spinoffs, complex regulatory audits, M&A activity and error corrections.