USERRA is a complicated law that affords service members a number of employment protections. “Untangling USERRA: The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act” webinar attempts to clarify the laws parameters.

USERRA applies to all employers, regardless of the number of employees.

What You Learn

“Untangling USERRA” explains:

• Employee protections under USERRA
• The employer’s obligations
• How the human resources professional can stay in compliance and avoid discrimination claims.

In addition, resources provided by the Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program are discussed.

This session is a repeat of what was presented during the Public Sector HR 2.0 seminar Aug. 27, 2025.

Tip: Double check the email address you enter on the registration form. If the address is entered incorrectly, you will not receive the link to join the live event.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is best suited for those who have human resources responsibilities and decision making for the public entity. This is may be the:

• Human resources manager/director or other HR personnel
• Administrator, coordinator or executive director
• SWCD district manager

About the Presenter

Mathew M. Meyer is an attorney and owner of Meyer Law Office and the Minnesota ombudsman director for Minnesota at the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. His practice focuses primarily on business law, regulation, commercial litigation, commercial real estate and appellate practice. He has volunteered as an ESGR ombudsman since 2007 to assist service members and their employers by mediating disputes under USERRA and related federal and state employment laws. Meyer also served in the U.S. Marine Corps earning the rank of sergeant.

Handouts

Download handouts prior to the live session:

• Session slides
• ESGR Employer Guide
• Employer Resource Fact Sheet
• Top 10 Reasons Members of the Guard and Reserves Make Good Employees

Tips for Registering for and Attending the Webinar

• Double check the email address you enter on the registration form. This is the address to which all communication, including the confirmation email with the link to join, will be sent. If the address is entered incorrectly, you will not receive the link to join.
• Attendees need a strong Internet connection and audio connection either through computer speakers or a phone.
• For those who are attending a virtual event using the GoToWebinar platform for the first time or it has been a while, MCIT recommends that you review short instructions from GoToWebinar before the event to help orient yourself to the platform. View GoToWebinar Attendee Guide 

How to Join the Virtual Session

The webinar is facilitated through the GoToWebinar platform. To attend:

1. Use the link emailed to you to join the event. The email is automatically generated after you complete the registration form and comes from the GoToWebinar system. If you do not get the confirmation email, check your junk inbox. Contact MCIT no later than March 16 to verify your registration and request the join link.
2. MCIT recommends that you log in 10 minutes before the session’s start time to ensure that you have time for your system to connect.

Webinar FAQs

Do I need special software to attend the webinar?

No, but you will need to allow GoToWebinar to operate on your computer temporarily (just during the event). If prompted while logging in to the webinar, click “yes,” “grant,” “trust,” etc. to accept the download.

How do I submit a question during the webinar?

Use the Question feature in the GoToWebinar panel that appears on your screen after you join the session. Just type your question in the message field, choose to send to presenters and organizers, and then click send.

My colleagues want to attend the webinar. Can I forward the “join webinar” link that I received in my confirmation email to them?

No. Each attendee receives a unique URL (link) for the live webinar. Your colleagues must register separately to be able to participate. Send your co-workers the registration link instead.

Will this event be recorded?

Yes. The recording will be posted to the Resource Library within a few days of the live event.