Many employers spend a lot of time focusing on healthcare costs, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans while not putting as much strategic thought into their paid leave programs. Yet changing employee expectations and evolving legislation are turning paid leave into an increasingly important part of a competitive benefits strategy. Roughly half of U.S. workers who quit a job in 2021 cited childcare issues, a…
Read More
Nonprofits are the heart of our communities, and today we celebrate their incredible work. At Oswald, we’re committed to our community and giving back. We serve to inspire, and we have a shared commitment to continually lead, share and grow. We know that by strengthening communities we create opportunities for…
Read MoreOSHA Safe + Sound Week, taking place from August 10-16, is an opportunity for organizations to evaluate their safety and health programs, recognize employee contributions and reinforce the practices that help create safer workplaces. Why Safe + Sound Week Matters An effective safety and health program does more than support…
Read MoreThe legal landscape surrounding website tracking technologies is creating new challenges for organizations across industries. During this webinar, our speakers explored the rise in wrongful collection litigation, the regulatory and legal trends driving claims, and practical steps organizations can take to strengthen governance and reduce risk. View the Webinar Recording…
Read MoreTeaching the Next Generation How to Protect What They Inherit Family offices often invest significant time preparing heirs to grow and steward wealth. Education commonly centers on investing, governance, and legacy planning. A critical gap, however, is frequently overlooked. Many next‑generation family members inherit complex personal risk exposure long before they understand how to manage it. …
Read MoreCyber risk is not standing still and neither are the tactics behind it. Recent Oswald and URA cyber content points to a threat environment shaped less by flashy malware and more by deception, impersonation and pressure applied through everyday business workflows. For law firms, that shift matters because operational disruption is only…
Read MoreProtecting your personal information is critical to preventing identity theft. That may sound simple in theory, but the reality is that safeguarding your personal data in an ever-evolving digital landscape is rather complex. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has created a sophisticated cyber threat landscape. Deepfake technology and social engineering tactics allow cybercriminals to launch personalized attacks that look and feel credible. Determining whether a message is legitimate or a scam has become…
Read MoreMergers and acquisitions can create new opportunities for growth, but they also introduce layers of financial and operational risk that may not be fully visible at closing. In any M&A transaction, buyers rely on representations and warranties provided by the seller to evaluate the business. These statements cover areas such as…
Read MoreTrusts, limited liability companies, and holding companies are often associated with estate planning or tax efficiency. In practice, these structures also play an important role in personal and organizational risk management. Rather than serving as administrative or legal formalities, they are frequently used to help reduce exposure, contain liability and limit the…
Read MoreFor years, employers have taken a blanket approach to health coverage—renew each year, review rates, and make incremental adjustments. But in today’s fragmented and fast-changing healthcare environment, that strategy simply isn’t enough. Medical costs continue to rise. Chronic conditions are more prevalent. Risk is becoming harder to predict. Still, many…
Read More