Every year, California churns out a flood of new employment statutes, case law and government agency decisions. Then there are related federal and local laws piled on top. It’s enough to make any business owner’s head spin. But this is not the year to tune out! Knowing the latest 2026 employment legislation, key federal and local law insights, along with 2025 cases and administrative ruling
highlights, is essential to protecting your business.
In this informative program, employment attorneys Breann Cortes and Ryan Haws will present the 2026 Employment Law update. Attendees will receive detailed insights into the new employment laws, regulations, cases, and administrative guidance, along with actionable practice tips for business owners, human resource professionals, and management.
Topics include:
- Automated Decision Systems (ADS) legislation and Civil Rights Department (CRD) AI regulations
- New “Workplace Know Your Rights Act” notices
- CA’s take over of private sector labor disputes
- “Training Repayment Agreement Provisions” bans (TRAPs)
- Paid Family Leave category expansion
- Equal Pay Act (job posting) changes
- WARN Act notice updates
- Pandemic right to recall extensions
- 2025 cases and administrative opinions
- Critical arbitration updates/enforcement guidance
- Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) changes and updates
- Meal period waiver compliance
- DLSE, DOL, CRD and EEOC guidance updates
- Minimum wage increases (local and state)
- IRS mileage rates for 2026
- Handbook updates for 2026