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Leveraged best practices and good loss experience to return $80,000 year after year

Discover how Cottingham & Butler was able to leverage a manufacturer's good loss experience to achieve $80,000+ in returns year after year.

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HR’s Role in Mergers and Acquisitions

Understanding HR’s role in M&A activity can be vital to ensuring a successful transaction.

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Coverage Basics: Cyber Insurance

Maximize financial protection against cyber incidents with cyber insurance.

Upcoming Events

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SAFETY TRAINING

October 14, 2026

FMCSA 101: A Practical Introduction to FMCSA Compliance

Don't let compliance be complicated. Join us for a one-day training built for new & current safety professionals, fleet managers, operations personnel, and anyone who wants a compliance refresher.
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WEBINAR

October 22, 2026

COBRA Basics & State Continuation

COBRA and state continuation coverage requirements remain a critical compliance area for employers. This webinar will review federal COBRA obligations, including qualifying events, election procedures, notice requirements, and premium administration. We’ll also examine how state continuation laws differ from—and interact with—federal COBRA, helping employers navigate overlapping requirements and reduce compliance risk.

WEBINAR

December 17, 2026

End of Year Wrap-Up & Looking Forward to 2027

The compliance landscape for health and welfare benefit plans continued to evolve throughout 2026. As the year winds down, this webinar will recap the most impactful regulatory developments and compliance changes from 2026 and what they mean for employers. We’ll also preview what’s ahead in 2027, including anticipated rules, deadlines, and trends that could shape benefit planning.

IN-PERSON

October 25, 2026

International Risk Management Institute Conference Happy Hour

Attending the IRMI Construction Risk Conference in Washington, DC? Don't miss your chance to unwind and connect with fellow industry professionals at an exclusive evening hosted by Cottingham & Butler, Guignard and Watt Tieder.
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WEBINAR

November 19, 2026

Mid-Year Election Changes

When employees request mid-year benefit changes, the rules aren’t always straightforward. In this session, we’ll examine the interaction between HIPAA special enrollment rights and Section 125 cafeteria plan election change rules, highlighting when changes must be permitted—and when they may be restricted. We’ll also explore key differences between requests to add coverage versus drop coverage mid-plan year, helping employers administer changes consistently and compliantly.

WEBINAR SERIES

September 24, 2026

Open Enrollment – Renewal Checklist

Open enrollment season comes with a long to-do list — this webinar helps you work through it with confidence. We'll walk through key tasks from plan review and employee communications to system updates and post-enrollment audits, plus a regulatory and legislative update on recent changes that may impact your 2027 offerings and year-end compliance items to help you close out the year strong.
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