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📍 We’re headed to CASBO Con 26 in San Diego, happening March 31 through April 2!   MS&A is looking forward to connecting with school business professionals from across California. If you’re attending, be sure to add this session to your schedule:   🎤 Contract Risk Management & Best Practices
 📅 Wednesday, April 1
 ⏰ 2:00 – 3:00 PM   Our own Megan Mavis will be co-leading this session alongside Kyle McKibbin of Keenan, sharing practical strategies for identifying, managing, and reducing contractual risk in school settings—from indemnity clauses to insurance gaps and high-risk activities. This is a practical, can’t-miss discussion packed with actionable insights for districts. We look forward to seeing you there!   #CASBOcon #TeamRhino #WorkersCompensation

📢 As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the workplace, California lawmakers are moving quickly to regulate how employers use it—and the risks are growing.   In a new article on the MS&A Blog, “Regulating AI at Work: Key Takeaways from SB 951 and SB 947,” Eric De Wames—Managing Partner at MS&A and Co-Legislative Director at CalSHRM—breaks down two proposed bills that could significantly expand employer obligations around AI-driven workforce decisions, from layoffs to day-to-day management.   Together, these bills introduce new compliance challenges, increase litigation exposure, and reinforce a critical message: employers remain fully accountable for the outcomes of AI.   Now is the time to audit your AI tools, strengthen oversight, and prepare for what’s ahead. You can also make your voice heard by joining Eric on Capitol Hill during the CalSHRM A3 California Legislative & HR Leadership Summit on April 15 in Sacramento.   ➡️ Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g6p4YaKw   #EmploymentLaw #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #CaliforniaEmployers

📢 MS&A is growing—join our team! We’re now hiring for hybrid positions (office + flexible remote days) in California.   Our current open positions:   ✅ Workers’ Compensation Attorney ✅ Employment Law Senior Attorney ✅ Employment Law Partner   Send your CV to hr@sullivanattorneys.com or visit ➡️ https://msa.news/careers for more info!   #NowHiring #WorkersComp #RemoteWork #Telework

🌟 Congratulations to Daniel Litts on his 20-year work anniversary at Michael Sullivan & Associates!   As Managing Partner of our Westlake Village office, Daniel’s leadership, deep expertise in workers’ compensation law, and unwavering commitment to client success have made a lasting impact on the firm. Over the past two decades, he has guided countless cases from inception through trial and appeal, earning an impressive record of “take nothing” decisions along the way.   Beyond his legal accomplishments, Daniel is a respected mentor and leader whose dedication continues to strengthen our team and shape the future of MS&A.   We’re grateful for his contributions over the past 20 years and look forward to many more ahead. Congratulations, Daniel!   Visit Daniel’s profile on the MS&A website at ➡️ https://msa.news/d-litts   #TeamRhino #20YearsStrong Bart Sullivan

Join us this Friday for a Sullivan on Comp webinar breaking down the new UR regulations taking effect April 1, 2026. Register here: https://soc.news/4rQaXUD Navigating the New Utilization Review Regulations 📅 Friday, March 27, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM PDT Join Pilar Mitchell, Senior Partner, and Sure Log, Of Counsel, at Michael Sullivan & Associates, for an overview of California’s new Utilization Review (UR) regulations taking effect April 1, 2026. They’ll address key changes to when UR is triggered, required decision content, the 30‑day exemption and its primary exceptions, and updated timelines for MTUS formulary drugs. They will also outline new MPN care‑coordination duties, changes in DWC oversight and URAC accreditation requirements, and a revised investigation and penalty structure under the new regulations. PROFESSIONAL CREDIT 1.25 Workers' Compensation Claims CE credit 1.25 Workers' Compensation MCLE/LSMCLE participatory credit ✨ Open to everyone (not just subscribers!) so feel free to share with your team. #workerscomp #californiaworkerscomp #utilizationreview #claimsadjuster #workerscomplaw #riskmanagement #mcle #cecredits #sullivanoncomp

Some of the best conference moments happen before the first session begins. They happen when you arrive, relax, meet someone new, and start building real connections with other HR professionals in the room. That is why we are kicking off the PIHRA | California HR Conference with The Killer Dueling Pianos, presented by Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP, at our Welcome Reception on Monday, May 11, at 4:30 PM at the Hilton Anaheim. 🎹 This conference is built differently. We bring live music into each day of the conference because connection, energy, and shared experiences are part of our conference DNA. 🎶 Expect conversation, sing-alongs, and a welcoming way to start the week. This kickoff experience is available to in-person Premium Pass and All-Access Pass attendees. More acts will be announced soon. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gqAu8rfH Any dueling pianos superfans out there? If you could request one song, what would it be? #PIHRA #CAHR26

🎯 Take Nothing Tuesday! Congratulations to MS&A Senior Attorney Celeste Torres, Esq. on securing an impressive Take Nothing decision after a lengthy and hard-fought case.   After one and a half years, multiple trial dates, and appearances before three different judges, Celeste successfully demonstrated that the claimed cumulative injury did not arise out of employment. Her persistence and strategic advocacy led to a complete defense victory. Great work, Celeste! 👏 ➡️ Visit Celeste’s profile on the MS&A website: https://msa.news/c-torres #TakeNothingTuesday #TeamRhino #WorkersCompensation Pilar Mitchell

Counting down to the EWC&R Conference—we’re looking forward to seeing you there next week!   MS&A is excited to attend the Executives in Workers’ Comp & Risk Conference, happening March 23–25 at the Anaheim Marriott. With the event kicking off next Monday, be sure to stop by Booth #86 to connect with our team, pick up free resources, grab some goodies, and enter our raffle for a chance to win.   As California’s largest and most respected workers’ comp and risk industry conference, the EWC&R Conference brings together professionals from across the field to share practical insights and real-world strategies for navigating the ever-evolving workers’ compensation landscape.   ➡️ Not registered yet? There’s still time—learn more and sign up using the link in the comments below   #TeamRhino #EWCconference

🦀 MS&A is excited to attend the 2026 Annual Crab Feed hosted by the Professionals In Workers' Compensation (PIWC) Fresno Chapter!   Join us on Thursday, March 26, from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District for an evening of great food and even better company. We look forward to connecting with our colleagues in the workers’ compensation community and hope to see you there! MS&A has a limited number of tickets available—for details, please contact jfields@sullivanattorneys.com. 🦐🍽️ #TeamRhino #PIWCFresno Professionals In Workers Comp (PIWC) Fresno

📢 Looking to sharpen your defense strategies for cumulative trauma claims? Don’t miss next week’s free Lunch & Learn with MS&A’s Serena Neves and Laura Marchan as part of our ongoing North State Training Series!   📘 Topic: Defending Cumulative Trauma Claims 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: C.R. Gibbs American Grille — 2300 Hilltop Dr., Redding, CA 💻 Or attend via Zoom   Seats are limited—register soon to secure your spot!   ➡️ Register using the link in the comments below Questions? Contact fields@sullivanattorneys.com   #WorkersCompensation #CumulativeTrauma #TeamRhino