How Certification Can Change Your Career in 2026
How to Stay Current While Moving Forward If you’re wondering whether certification can actually change your career in 2026, the short answer is yes—more than ever. The job market is evolving at record speed. New regulations, shifting expectations, and rapid technological change are transforming what employers look for in qualified professionals. Certification has become one […]
The Six Red Flags that Signal Your ADA Interactive Process is Breaking Down
How to spot the early warning signs before they become costly ADA compliance failures In IEA’s recent webinar with TELUS Health and the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), legal counsel Anne Kuzee and accommodation specialist Tracie DeFreitas shared a clear message: Most ADA problems aren’t caused by the law — they’re caused by breakdowns in communication […]
Why Workers’ Compensation Remains a Reliable Career Path in an Uncertain Job Market
As we move toward the end of 2025, one thing is hard to ignore: the job market feels uncertain — and the data supports that feeling. Many industries that looked strong a year ago are now slowing, cutting back, or hesitating to hire. If you’re exploring new career options or considering a skill shift, stability […]
SB 487: A Major Shift in Subrogation Rights for the Public Sector
by Keith Figgins November 12th, 2025, California Senate Bill 487, signed into law in 2025, brings significant changes to the way employers and insurers can recover costs in workers’ compensation cases involving peace officers. The new law, heavily opposed by the employer community, places strict limits on subrogation recovery and eliminates a long-standing credit right […]
Practical Tools for Employers: Making the ADA Interactive Process Work
From Compliance Requirement to Practical Strategy The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is one of the most critical — and complex — laws HR professionals manage. But according to Tracie DeFreitas, Director of Training and Outreach at the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), the ADA’s interactive process doesn’t have to feel complicated. “The best thing an […]
5 ADA Cases Every HR Professional Should Learn From
Learn from real-world EEOC settlements that show how small missteps can become major compliance risks The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is built on a simple principle — employees with disabilities deserve an equal opportunity to work. Yet, real-world cases show how easily organizations can miss the mark. In a recent IEA webinar with TELUS […]
ADA Compliance and the Interactive Process: Turning Legal Obligations into Workplace Opportunity
Why the Interactive Process Matters More Than Ever The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is more than a compliance mandate, it’s a framework for creating equitable, productive workplaces. Yet, as recent EEOC cases reveal, many employers still struggle with the nuances of accommodating employees with disabilities. During IEA’s recent webinar, Essential Strategies for Effective Interactive […]
Is Workers’ Compensation Still a Stable Career Choice?
Is Workers’ Compensation Still a Stable Career Choice? Short answer: Absolutely. Workers’ Compensation remains one of the most stable and in-demand career paths for professionals who want job security, purpose, and long-term growth. Here’s why. The need for skilled claims professionals never goes away. Every employer is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and as […]
How Sub Rosa Investigations Are Conducted Today: Tools, Tech & Tactics
Introduction The image of a private investigator hiding in the bushes with a camcorder isn’t far from reality — but modern sub rosa investigations are much more sophisticated. In California workers’ compensation cases, insurers and defense attorneys rely on a blend of traditional fieldwork and cutting-edge technology to capture claimant activity. Traditional Surveillance Techniques Mobile […]
What is “Sub Rosa” Surveillance in Workers’ Compensation
Introduction If you’ve spent any time around California workers’ compensation cases, chances are you’ve heard the term “sub rosa.” But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter? Sub rosa surveillance can significantly affect the credibility of an injured worker, the strategy of a defense team, and the outcome of a case before […]