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The Workers’ Compensation - ADA Overlap: Common Employer Pitfalls and Best Practices

June 09, 2026

On our May 28, 2026, Employment Law Webinar, HSB’s Matt Blake discussed one of the more nuanced intersections in employment law: the relationship between state workers' compensation systems and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For those who were unable to attend, these are the key takeaways:

HSB Webinar Announcement: Navigating Workers’ Compensation and the ADA in Today’s Workplace

May 06, 2026

Click here to view this complimentary webinar presented by HSB's Employment Law team.

State workers’ compensation laws apply to nearly all employment relationships, most of which are also governed by the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), a federal equal employment opportunity law. Workers’ compensation addresses occupational injuries and diseases, the aggravation of preexisting conditions, medical treatments and disability based on an employee’s ability to earn wages.

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Expands in Raleigh with Addition of New Attorneys and Office Relocation

December 18, 2025

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce the expansion of its Raleigh office, effective January 1, 2026, with the addition of six attorneys to support the firm’s continued growth in the region.