6 HR Compliance Trends to Watch in 2026
2025 brought major changes that impact employers and employees. Here are six developments and what you can do to prepare your business for what’s ahead in 2026.
HR Compliance and Regulation
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in December
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
What Employers Can Expect: State Requirements for Paid Leave and Time Off
Here are highlights of recent and upcoming changes to state regulations about sick, family and medical leave.
How Pay Transparency Laws Impact Your Independent Insurance Agency
Pay transparency is the practice of openly sharing compensation and benefits information with candidates in the hiring process. State and local ordinances can impact the requirements for your agency.
9 Strategic HR Moves to Make This Summer
Dedicating time to address HR and operational challenges during these quieter months of summer can have a significant impact for the rest of the year.
New Year, New Administration: What New Laws Can Employers Expect?
As the year unfolds, companies can expect some changes, including new employment regulations they have to navigate. Here are some predictions.
FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements Struck Down
This week, a Texas district court ruled that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) cannot enforce its ban on noncompete agreements.
Ban on Noncompete Agreements Dealt Significant Blow
Two lawsuits seek to block the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ban on noncompete agreements from taking effect as scheduled on Sept. 4.
Big ‘I’ Primer Explains Basics of New Overtime Rule
It is important for every member agency, as well as state associations, to evaluate current employees to determine if they are eligible for overtime pay.
Watch: FTC Noncompete Agreement Ban Explained
The Big “I” government affairs team released a video explaining the rule, its effect on independent agents and the current state of play.
