Fundamentals Web Series Registration Form

DATE

TOPIC

Thursday
6/25/26

Wage and Hour (Overtime)
Ashley McNulty, Attorney, Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

Construction companies frequently manage overtime and varying employee classifications. Mistakes in these areas can lead to costly disputes or audits for employers.The session on Wage and Hour (Overtime) will help employers better understand how to avoid common payroll and classification issues while staying compliant.

Thursday
7/16/26

Unemployment Claims:  How to Respond Properly
Dan Barker, Attorney, Jackson Lewis, P.C.

Many employers delegate responding to unemployment claims to clerical staff.  But contractors need to understand that what they submit to unemployment adjudicators can be used against them in other claims down the road.  This session will help contractors make smart, informed decisions about when and how to respond to unemployment claims.  

Thursday
7/30/26

Fringe Benefits – Travel Pay, Per Diems, Bonuses
Doug Witte, Attorney, Boardman & Clark, LLP

Successful employers are always looking for creative ways to attract and retain employees in this competitive market.  While wages probably remain the most important component in compensation, what else might you do to differentiate your company from your competition? Many employers pay for out-of-town travel, use per diems, or use bonuses to remain competitive or gain an edge.  However, some of these fringe benefits have legal requirements or ramifications.  For example, some travel is considered “hours worked” and must be included in overtime calculations.  Some bonuses must be factored into overtime pay calculations.  This session will explore some the legal and practical details of various fringe benefits and highlight some of the recent important cases and rulings affecting this area.

Thursday
8/13/26

Mental Health Accommodations in the Workplace
Tom O’Day, Attorney, Husch Blackwell, LLP

This session will explore employers’ obligations when responding to an employee’s request for a mental health accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Wisconsin laws. Presenters will discuss key regulations and cases outlining employer responsibilities and best practices for accommodating employees facing mental health challenges.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify best practices for handling accommodation requests, including for intermittent leave, given the unique role of many of construction industry professionals.
• Understand employers’ responsibilities to accommodate a request for accommodation for mental health reasons. 
• Appreciate the complexities of the ADA and FMLA as they pertain to accommodations and leaves of absence. 
• Learn key takeaways from relevant regulations and case law to mitigate risk of litigation.

Thursday
8/27/26

Terminations/Layoffs – Termination without Litigation
Joe Gumina, O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong & Laing, S.C.

Join us for an informative webinar designed to help employers navigate the complex legal landscape of employee terminations and layoffs. This program will cover key Wisconsin and federal laws, practical HR strategies, and best practices to reduce risk and promote fair, compliant decision-making. While workforce changes can be challenging, they can be implemented thoughtfully and lawfully. Learn how to make confident, legally sound decisions that protect your organization and support effective employee management.