The 2026 Employer Playlist: New Laws and Cases You Can’t Ignore

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (program begins at 9:00 am)

Location: Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE), 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo, CA 93012

Cost: $75 (members); $85 (non-members); $85 (all attendees at the door)

Presenter: Attorneys Breann DH Cortes and Ryan M. Haws

Sponsored by: Sponsored by PIHRA Ventura County

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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 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
California’s takeover 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-related right to recall extensions
2025 cases and administrative opinions
Critical arbitration updates and enforcement guidance
Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) changes and updates
Meal period waiver compliance
DLSE, DOL, CRD and EEOC guidance updates
Minimum wage increases (state and local)
IRS mileage rates for 2026
Handbook updates for 2026
And much more!