2026 Legal Update: New Year, New Rules for California Employers

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, join fellow HR professionals for an evening of networking and expert insights. Start with a vibrant mixer, then hear from Conor Dale, Employment Law Attorney at Jackson Lewis, as he breaks down the latest employment law changes impacting California organizations. Discover practical strategies and compliance tips to help your team thrive in 2026’s evolving regulatory landscape.

Conor will provide a summary of the most important updates for California-based employers in the new year, including:

• A summary of the new California legislation impacting California employers, including allowing employees to use paid family leave to care for seriously ill “designated persons”, new limitations on collecting debts from employees, and providing employees with stand-alone written notices of worker rights;
• Rules of the road regarding the new no tax on tips law; and
• Basic guidelines and best practice procedures on using artificial intelligence tools in employee management, counseling, and discipline.

Our guest and speaker for this session is Conor J. Dale, an Employment Law Attorney at Jackson Lewis P.C. in San Francisco. He specializes in workplace compliance, litigation prevention, and strategic HR counsel for California employers. Known for his practical approach and clear guidance, Conor is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor to HR leaders navigating complex regulatory changes.

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