California employers are facing a broad set of new employment and labor law requirements in 2026, many of which will require planning, policy updates and operational changes to remain compliant.
In “The 2026 Compliance Landscape: California Employment & Labor Law Webinar,” Duckor Metzger & Wynne, APLC, Employment & Labor Law attorneys walked through the most significant new and amended California employment and labor laws that took effect this year. The presentation focused on practical implications for employers and highlight areas of increased risk and enforcement.
A recording of the webinar is available here.
The presentation materials are available here.
Topics included:
- Wage and hour updates, including minimum wage changes
- Expanded enforcement and penalties
- Gratuities
- AI and automated decision-making in employment
- Employee leave, reinstatement and discrimination protections
- Pay equity and pay data reporting
- Labor relations developments
- Contractor and subcontractor liability
- Employment contract restrictions and notice requirements
Here is a list of new publications discussed during the webinar:
- Employer Pay Data Reporting (required for California employers with 100+ employees)
- 2026 Notices for Paid Sick Leave, Leaves of Absence, and Accommodations for Victims of Qualifying Acts of Violence
- 2026 Know Your Rights Act Notice
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