Employment Law in 2026: What Every Business Must Know

Webinar: Wednesday, January 21^st, from 12:00-1:00

Join us over Zoom for an illuminating conversation with Andrea Chatfield, employment law attorney and member of the firm Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA, for a discussion on the sweeping changes coming to workplaces in 2026. This session will cover:

• New Laws Impacting HR: Expanded state paid family and sick leave programs, and pay transparency mandates.
• Emerging Compliance Challenges: AI in hiring and recruitment, multi-state non-compete and other restrictive covenant agreements, and evolving anti-discrimination protections.
• Best Practices for Implementation: Recommendations for how to update policies and develop supervisor training.

Whether you operate in a single community or manage teams across multiple states in the New England region, this webinar will give you practical strategies to implement, manage, and monitor these changes effectively, keeping your organization compliant and protected in 2026. 

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Join us and learn what’s changing in 2026, how it impacts your business, and ensure a more compliant, supportive workplace. Secure your spot today and lead with confidence!

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About the Presenter:

Andrea Chatfield provides practical advice and guidance to employers on risk management issues in the workplace. She also represents employers of all types and sizes before administrative agencies in discrimination, whistleblower, unemployment, and wage disputes. She conducts in-house trainings for employers and serves as an outside investigator for employers who need to respond to highly sensitive internal complaints of discrimination and harassment. She is a frequent public speaker on employment law issues.

Harassment Prevention Training – Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire

KMA’s Harassment-Free & Respectful Workplace Training is designed to help employers comply with workplace harassment prevention requirements for businesses in Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and demonstrate their commitment to establishing a harassment free and respectful workplace.

This training includes a thorough harassment prevention training session facilitated by an experienced/certified KMA trainer via Zoom Webinar.

Areas covered:

• Definition of sexual harassment under state and federal laws and regulations.
• Illegality of workplace sexual harassment.
• Workplace culture and civility that prevents sexual harassment.
• Description of sexual harassment types, utilizing examples.
• Other types of harassment, including bullying & microaggressions.
• Culture of civility and respect in the workplace.
• Bystander intervention.
• Company policy on harassment.
• Internal complaint process available to employees.
• Legal recourse and complaint process available to employees.
• Protection against retaliation.

Additional focused training module tailored for supervisors and managers, ensuring they understand their specific responsibilities and the nuances of managing harassment prevention within their teams. This includes:

• Management responsibility for leading a culture of respect and civility, free of harassment.
• Specific management responsibilities related to workplace harassment, “Duty to Act.”
• Addressing harassment situations; ensuring immediate and appropriate investigation and corrective action.

Cost to attend: $100 per employee registered

January 22, 9:00-10:30 – via Zoom Webinar

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Upcoming sessions for 2026:
Jan. 22, May 14, Sept. 17