ORANGE COUNTY EAC Presented by Bill Betley, AALRR New Rules. Fresh Risks. Critical Corrections. Halfway through the year is no time to coast — it’s when new regulations take effect, court rulings reshape policies, and enforcement agencies sharpen their focus. This mid-year legal update delivers the latest developments California employers must understand to stay compliant […]
DESERT COMMUNITIES EAC Mid-year is the perfect time to identify wage and hour risks before they become costly claims. This session provides practical tools to help employers spot issues early, understand common pitfalls, and implement best practices immediately. Presented by Amber Healy, Partner Buchalter APC With over 20 years of experience, Amber Healy advises and defends […]
EAST VENTURA EAC The presentation will significantly enhance HR knowledge by moving generational stereotypes into deep cultural decoding. Help HR professionals understand the “why” behind workplace behaviors like questioning authority, setting digital boundaries, and demanding frequent feedback HR leaders will gain the skills to mediate conflicts that are often mislabeled as personality clashes but are […]
Stanislaus EAC Review of the complexity of this very critical topic and the requirements of delivering this interactive material to employees for full understanding and knowledge of this topic Presented by Paul Llanez, CEO Knowledge Saves Lives Paul has more than 25 years of working in law enforcement, security and risk management. Task force commander […]
WEST LOS ANGELES Employment law attorney Jonathan Light will discuss the do's and don'ts of employee terminations. Among other topics covered: Steps to take when it's really time to terminate (and alternatives to termination), Terminating a long-time employee, documentation, process, severance, and at-will employment, among others. Presentes by Attorney Jonathan Fraser Light With over thirty […]
ORANGE COUNTY EAC Presented by Colleen McCarthy & James Rumm, Kennedy McCarthy & Rumm Every quarter, California employers bring their toughest, strangest, and most surprising HR challenges to the EAC Hotline — and Q3 is when things really heat up. From attendance nightmares to leave abuse, social media drama to policy loopholes, this session pulls […]
Employer Advisory Council presents: Can We Do That 8 California Employment Law Questions That Get Expensive Fast It often starts with a question that sounds completely routine: Can we move forward with the termination? Do we really have to investigate this? What can we say in a reference? Is this employee actually entitled to overtime? […]
ORANGE COUNTY EAC Presented by Amber Solano, AALRR Navigate Compliance with Confidence – Master California’s Leave Laws California’s leave laws are some of the most complex in the nation. Between FMLA, CFRA, ADA/FEHA, PDL, PSL, and overlapping entitlements, even experienced HR professionals can find themselves tangled in the details. This session breaks it all […]
“Hold My Job, I Might Come Back!” – A Map Through the Maze of Leave of Absence Laws in California Leave of absence laws in California can feel like a maze for employers and employees alike. With multiple federal and state laws, eligibility requirements, overlapping leave programs, and different rules for job protection and wage […]
If It's Not Documented, It Didn't Happen: Mastering Defensible Documentation Effective documentation is one of the most important tools employers have to support fair, consistent, and legally defensible employment decisions. Whether addressing performance concerns, employee misconduct, or disciplinary action, well-written documentation can make the difference between successfully defending a decision and facing costly litigation. This […]
Leave of Absence 101: Managing Pregnancy Leave, Workers’ Comp, EDD and Everything in Between This seminar provides California employers with practical guidance for properly administering employee leaves of absence. Participants will learn about required employer notices, medical certifications, and state and federal documentation; how FMLA, CFRA, and Pregnancy Disability Leave overlap; and when sick time […]
Workplace Investigations: HR’s Role in a Fair, Thorough, and Defensible Process In this practical session, HR professionals and business leaders will learn how to recognize when a workplace concern may require investigation, define an appropriate investigation scope, gather information through neutral and effective interviews, and document findings in a way that supports fair decision-making. The […]
