California Employment Law Updates 2026

What are the legal issues impacting California employment?

The past legislative year in California was another busy one, introducing a wave of critical updates that every HR professional needs to understand. 

At this National Human Resource Association event, Ben Ebbink, partner with employment law firm Fisher Phillips, will cover legislative and legal updates that will affect employers and HR professionals in 2026 and beyond. He will provide an overview of important new laws impacting workplace policies, compliance, and employee management.

Learning Objectives

• The most significant legislative shifts from the 2025 session and how they will affect employers in 2026.
• How to adapt your policies and practices to remain compliant.
• Strategies to mitigate risks and prevent costly litigation.

Agenda

• 5:30 p.m. In-Person Networking (dinner included)
• 6 p.m. Virtual Session Begins
• 6:05 p.m. Legal Updates
• 6:15  p.m. Program
• 7:15  p.m. Q&A
• 7:15  p.m. In-Person Networking
• 8  p.m. Program Close

Claim your seat — In-person or virtual  

UCSC student and staff may attend the event for free with this discount code: TZPPFW4L.

What will you learn in 2026?

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