Would you describe your organization’s legal compliance process as proactive? Learn how you measure up against common practice in this HR.com infographic covering key highlights from the Affirmity-sponsored white paper, ‘The State of Legal and Compliance 2026’.
Regulatory complexity is reshaping the capabilities organizations expect from HR leaders. Consequently, employment law and compliance skills are in high demand in the HR profession. This graphic paints a picture of current legal and compliance practices in U.S. organizations, revealing key challenges and the attributes of those with the most mature processes.
Key insights include:
- 23% of organizations have a substandard understanding of recent employment compliance developments
- 63% of HR professionals identify benefits and leave-related compliance as their top tracking priority
- 36% of organizations name changing interpretations of employment laws as the biggest barrier to keeping up with compliance changes
- And more!
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