Kutak Rock partner John Schembari will present a UBA Compliance Webinar titled “Handling COBRA in Stable and Changing Workforces” at 1 p.m. (CT) on Tuesday, August 11. In his presentation, John will discuss how employers and HR professionals can confidently navigate COBRA administration obligations. The discussion will also cover how to apply these takeaways to high-stakes scenarios like mergers, acquisitions, layoffs, furloughs, and Medicare coordination. Key talking points include:

• Core COBRA requirements and how they apply during organizational transitions and workforce reductions.
• Clarity on employer responsibilities during M&A events, including successorship rules, plan continuity, and communication timelines.
• Practical framework for handling COBRA in layoffs and furloughs, and coordinating with Medicare to reduce compliance risk and ensure a smooth participant experience.

John is a nationally recognized speaker on employee benefits, executive compensation, tax and privacy matters, speaking several times each year throughout the U.S. to crowds numbering in the thousands. John also presents webinars on various health and welfare topics to hundreds of employers each month. In addition, he is a frequently sought author and contributor to industry law journals, magazines and digital media outlets.