Risk Advisor: April 2021

These monthly newsletters, broken down by industry, feature timely information about workplace safety, compliance and risk management issues. Click on the image to read the full edition of a newsletter.

Commercial Risk Advisor

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll read about how to prevent workplace retaliation claims and how to prepare for severe spring weather.

Construction Risk Advisor

This month’s Construction Risk Advisor outlines worksite safety considerations for springtime.

Trucking Risk Advisor

This newsletter highlights the 2021 CVSA International Roadcheck. Last year’s focus was on driver requirements, while this year’s will be on lighting and hours of service (HOS) compliance.

Recent News

Transportation DOT Roundtable Recap: Compliance and Nuclear Verdicts | Seubert

A former DOT officer and a transportation litigator walked motor carriers through what’s changing at FMCSA and why nuclear verdicts should be on every fleet’s radar. Here’s a look at what they covered.

2026 International Roadcheck Results: Top OOS Violations

The CVSA’s 2026 International Roadcheck placed 19% of inspected vehicles and 5.8% of drivers out of service. Brakes, tires and cargo securement topped the vehicle violation list, while ELD tampering was a key driver focus this year. See the most-cited violations and the steps motor carriers can take to strengthen compliance and avoid OOS orders.

IRS Proposes Rules for Trump Account Contribution Programs and Dependent Care FSAs

The IRS has released proposed rules on Trump Account contribution programs, letting employers contribute up to $2,500 per employee each year on a tax-free basis. The rules also offer the first guidance on dependent care FSA nondiscrimination testing. Plus, federal agencies issued new FAQs addressing key issues in health plan tobacco surcharge lawsuits. Here’s what employers need to know.

Shadow AI and the Risks of Employees Using Unapproved AI Tools

When employees use unapproved AI tools, sensitive data can end up outside your control, creating cybersecurity, privacy and insurance concerns. Learn how to spot shadow AI risks and the steps that help reduce them. Plus, see how to protect your business from the fire and explosion hazards of lithium-ion battery storage systems.

OSHA General Industry Roundtable Recap | Seubert

A former OSHA official, an OSHA defense attorney and a safety consultant walked into a room full of employers. Here’s a look at what they covered at our General Industries OSHA Compliance Roundtable, plus how to join our construction session on November 10.

Employee Spotlight: McKenna Dobrowsky

Please join us in welcoming McKenna Dobrowksy to the Seubert Team! McKenna joins Seubert’s Administrative Department as a Client Service Associate in our Pittsburgh office.