19th Annual Employment Law Conference

Join us for MCHRA’s 19th Annual Employment Law Conference—your opportunity to hear directly from the attorneys at Jackson Lewis P.C. as they break down the latest developments in labor and employment law. From regulatory updates to real-world compliance strategies, this conference will answer the employment law questions that every HR professional needs to know.

Opening Presentation:

New Year, New Rules: Handbook Highlights

Miranda Broussard

Miranda is an HR Consultant with several years of experience advising employers on employee handbooks, compliance, investigations, and workplace culture. She partners with organizations to translate complex employment laws into practical, people-centered policies that actually work in day-to-day operations. Miranda is especially passionate about helping employers navigate gray areas with clarity, consistency, and care.

This interactive session explores the most important handbook updates and considerations for 2026, with a focus on what has changed, what hasn’t, and why it matters. Attendees will discuss real-world policy challenges, examine recent developments in harassment guidance, and walk away with practical tips for maintaining handbooks that support compliance, clarity, and culture.

Full day topics with Jackson Lewis:

• What to Expect When You Are Expecting - A Government Investigation
• Wage Hour Trends and Enforcement
• What’s new at the EEOC
• Immigration Trends
• Accommodations for Mental Health, Including Neurodivergence
• Diversity and Inclusion for Today’s Workplace
• Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace

Shout out to our amazing sponsors.  Thank you for helping us make this happen!