Employment practices liability (EPL)
Impact of the new administration for employers
November 13, 2025
A new administration always brings change, especially when it is a new political party in office. This year with the new administration, there have been quite a few changes that have impacted employment law. This webinar will focus on the overall changes to the EEOC and what that means from an investigative and claims perspective, the status of "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs and the interplay between privacy and political speech in the workplace.
Maximize Insurance Recovery with the Willis Claims Advocacy Team – Employment Practices Liability
July 30, 2025
Speakers walk you through the process of employment practices liability claim, particularly the retention of counsel, obtaining expedited consent for settlement and key steps for reimbursement. The webinar highlights best practices for the insurance process and describes how the Willis Claims Advocacy team can make the difference in getting you the full insurance recovery that you are owed.
Wage and hour
March 14, 2024
Wage and hour litigation under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state law equivalents has increased significantly over the last decade, posing a major threat to U.S. companies. Our panel will discuss how the exposure is largely driven by outdated legislation that does not translate to the modern workforce, active government agencies, state laws that are often broader and have a higher standard than the FLSA, and an active plaintiff’s bar. This informative webinar will focus on the wage and hour laws, the coverage available in Bermuda and notable claims.
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
January 11, 2024
As of June 27, 2023, employers with 15 or more employees are required to accommodate employees, for not only pregnancy, but many other related issues and conditions. While we still await the EEOC rulemaking that will guide enforcement of the statute, it is expected that employer responsibility to accommodate will range from menstruation related issues to childbirth.
Our speakers will discuss accommodation requests from eligible employees, including "undue hardship" absent requests, the employer liability resulting if employers do not pursue the interactive process required from the Act and how employers can be prepared for the expanded protections that go beyond pregnant employees.
Pay equity
March 16, 2023
Pay equity continues to be top of mind for many employers. With ever-changing laws as well as ESG, CSR, DEI and shareholder pressures, the implications touch not just risk mitigation but also talent and reward strategies. This informative discussion will cover trends in pay equity legislation, the risks associated with unintended pay gaps and some best practices and solutions.
Bermuda
December 1, 2022
There has been a lot of discussion about the domestic markets, whether it’s the softening D&O market, the stabilizing EPL market or the hard cyber market. But what about the Bermuda markets? Join us for an informative session where we will discuss the status of the Bermuda markets, the claims trends the markets are experiencing and some takeaways for your next renewal.
Post Dobbs guidance and management liability implications
September 8, 2022
After the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, the U.S. Supreme Court case that overturned Roe v. Wade, employers may elect to review the provisions of their employer-sponsored health plans once they determine their approach to reproductive services. In this session, we discussed some questions that will help guide you as you review your employer-sponsored health plans, some of the potential claims that may arise and how your D&O, Fiduciary and Employment Practices Liability policies may respond.
California as a Hotbed for Employment Litigation – Why and How to Mitigate Risks
July 28, 2022
In this session, we discussed some of the unique statutes and laws that make CA such a difficult jurisdiction for employers and insurance carriers. We will review how insurance carriers address CA risks, and close with tips on how to mitigate the risk of CA employment claims.
