Getting Your Business Ready for the 2026 World Cup

Getting Your Business Ready for the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup will bring major workforce, operational, and legal challenges for employers. This week on the FP5, Adam Sloustcher breaks down the key issues businesses should prepare for now, from staffing and wage laws to security, immigration, and disruption planning. Show Notes Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/comprehensive-checklist-soccers-2026-world-cup]

The End of EEO-1 Reporting?

The Trump administration just submitted a proposal to end EEO-1 reporting; a change that could have significant implications for many employers and HR professionals. This week on the FP5, we break down the proposed change and the delayed opening of the portal to submit EEO-1 data and share the next steps employers should consider taking. Show Notes Trump Administration Seeks to End EEO-1 Reporting: What This Means for Employers + 5 Steps While We Wait for More Info [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/trump-administration-seeks-to-end-eeo-1-reporting]

Navigating the Patchwork of Pay Equity and Pay Transparency Laws

Pay equity and pay transparency laws are evolving quickly and vary widely by state, creating a tangle of compliance challenges for employers nationwide. On this episode of the FP5, we discuss salary disclosure rules, pay data reporting, and share practical strategies for navigating this increasingly complex legal landscape. Show Notes An Employer’s Guide to Pay Equity Compliance as State Rules Evolve [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/an-employers-guide-to-pay-equity-compliance-as-state-rules-evolve]

Summer Workplace Pitfalls Every Employer Should Avoid

Summer brings flexibility, but also risk. This week on the FP5 we’re covering common employer mistakes, from scheduling and staffing gaps to interns, teen workers, and heat safety. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, protect your team, and keep your operations running smoothly all summer long. Show Notes Top 5 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the Summer Season [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employer-mistakes-to-avoid-during-the-summer-season] Hiring Teens This Summer? A 6-Step Guide to Help Your Business Comply with Child Labor Rules [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/hiring-teens-this-summer-a-6-step-guide-to-help-your-business-comply-with-child-labor-rules] OSHA Updates its Heat Emphasis Program: How to Protect Your Staff From the Summer Heat and Comply with OSHA in 6 Practical Steps [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/osha-updates-its-heat-emphasis-program]

What to Do When Employees Are in Crisis

When employees show signs of crisis, employers must balance compassion with legal and safety responsibilities. This week on the FP5, we're sharing practical steps to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, navigate laws like ADA/FMLA, and support employees while protecting the workplace. Show Notes When Employees Are in Crisis: A Practical Resource to Guide Employers [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/when-employees-are-in-crisis-a-practical-resource-to-guide-employers]