2025 California Employment Law Updates: Webinar Recap and Presentation Download

Learn about 2025 California employment law updates in our informative webinar with LeiLani E. Quiray and be the change HR, Inc.

2025 is set to bring critical changes to California employment laws, and staying ahead of these updates is essential for employers and HR professionals alike. To help navigate these changes, I had the pleasure of teaming up with LeiLani E. Quiray and her amazing team at be the change HR, Inc. for an engaging and informative 2025 California Employment Law Update Webinar.

If you missed the live session, you can still get up to date and:

  • Watch the full webinar recording HERE.

This session is packed with actionable insights to help you stay compliant, proactive, and stress-free as we head into 2025.

Key Topics Covered in the Webinar

  1. New Minimum Wage and Salary for Exempt Employees
    • Understand the new minimum wage and exemption rates to ensure smooth payroll management in 2025.
  2. Sick Leave Expansion (AB 2499)
    • California’s sick leave law expands again. Learn the key updates in employee entitlements and employer’s rights.
  3. Paid Family Leave (AB 2123)
    • Explore enhancements to Paid Family Leave provisions and their implications for employers and employees.
  4. Discrimination: Clarification of Combination of Protected Characteristics (SB 1137)
    • Learn how the courts have been viewing and addressing discrimination claims and what it means for workplace policies.
  5. Captive Audience Meetings (AB 399 – California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act)
    • Understand the restrictions on mandatory meetings and prohibition against retaliation involving political, religious, or labor-related topics.
  6. Restrictions on Requiring Drivers’ Licenses for Job Openings (SB 1100)
    • Learn about limitations on requiring a valid driver’s license as a job requirement and exceptions.
  7. California Whistleblower Protection Act (AB 2299)
    • Required notice posting.
  8. Worker’s Compensation Notice Requirement (AB 1870)
    • Key update on employer responsibilities regarding notices for worker’s compensation.
  9. Freelance Worker Protection Act (SB 988)
    • New rules for hiring and compensating freelance workers in California.

Why These Updates Matter

California employers operate under some of the most dynamic employment laws in the nation. Staying informed about legislative updates like these helps you avoid legal risks, streamline HR policies, and create a compliant, employee-friendly workplace.

Whether you run a small business or oversee a large team, understanding these changes minimizes your risk of being blind-sided by an employment claim.

Watch the Webinar Recording & Download the Presentation

For a deeper dive into these topics, you can:

  • Watch the full webinar recording HERE.

Stay ahead of the curve and set your business up for success in 2025!

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