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HH&K Event – Greater Binghamton Chamber – Virtual Event: Labor & Employment Law Spring Update (April 22)

Join us on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, as Partner Dawn Lanouette presents on the Labor and Employment Law Spring Update. Topics include: AI Issues; Limits on Credit Checks; Non-Compete Update; Protections for Healthcare Workers; Requirements for Employer’s First Aid Kits; Secure Choice Program; Social Media Off Duty Posts Trapped at Work Act; Wage and Hour Updates

Lunch with a Lawyer | Presentation Materials | Employee Performance, Management and Discipline | March 19, 2026

Lunch with a Lawyer – Employee Performance, Management and Discipline Presentation Materials. Managing employee performance is one of the most critical and complex responsibilities facing employers today. Join us as we discuss the best practices for performance management, documentation, and progressive discipline, along with common pitfalls that can lead to disputes. From setting clear expectations to navigating discipline with consistency and care, leadership decisions can significantly impact workplace culture and productivity.

HH&K/STAHR Event – Using Emotional Intelligence to Diffuse Conflict in the Workplace (and at Home) (April )

Conflict is inevitable, but how we deal with conflict can make or break our workplace. Come learn practical strategies for improving how you deal with conflict in the workplace and how you lead through tension. We will cover recognizing emotional triggers that lead to unproductive conflict; options for healthy intervention; social media’s impact on conflict; and ways to recover when things go sideways.

Real Estate Agent Guide
to FinCEN Real Estate Reports

Real Estate Agent Guide to FinCEN Real Estate Reports (For closings after 3/1/26) What is the FinCEN Real Estate Report? The real estate report is a new federal anti-money laundering report filed with the U.S. Treasury (FinCEN) for certain residential real estate transfers starting in 2026. It is NOT a public record.