January Programs for Employers

From Bills to Breakrooms: 2026 New Workplace Laws Unpacked

Presented by

Michael Rossiter & Jessica Crabbe

Scott & Whitehead

2026 brings sweeping changes to California and federal employment law - and employers must be ready before the year begins.

• January 8, 2026 | 9:30am via Zoom
• 2026 New Workplace Laws Unpacked

From wage and hour amendments to new compliance requirements around workplace violence prevention, protected leaves, AI usage, and hiring transparency, our expert employment law attorneys from Scott & Whitehead will translate complex laws into practical, actionable guidance.

Key Takeaways:

• Critical state and federal law changes effective January 1, 2026
• Required policy updates for handbooks, hiring, and safety protocols
• Real-world compliance tips from seasoned legal professionals

Start 2026 informed, prepared, and confident.

Q1 Hotline Confessions: What Employers Are Really Asking

Presented by

Colleen McCarthy & James Rumm

Kennedy McCarthy Rumm

Every day, California employers turn to the EAC Hotline with their toughest workplace questions - wage and hour dilemmas, leave of absence confusion, disciplinary challenges, remote work policies, and more.  

• January 15, 2026 | 9:30am via Zoom
• 2026 Q1 Hotline Confessions

In this exclusive program, our HR Legal experts bring those real-world issues to life, sharing the most pressing topics being discussed behind the scenes and how smart organizations are resolving them.

Real. Relevant. Happening Now.

2026 EAC

Membership

Free HR Hotline:

Get immediate answers to employer-employee questions with a dedicated hotline staffed by an experienced employment law attorney.

Timely Legal Updates:

Receive email updates with the latest changes in both Federal and California employment laws, keeping you informed and compliant.

Discounted Workshops and Webinars:

Access expert-led sessions on essential HR and legal topics at a discounted rate.

And Much More:

Enjoy additional resources, tools, and support to streamline your HR practices and enhance your organization’s compliance.

2026 Programs

From Bills to Breakdowns: 2026 New Workplace Laws

01.08.2026

2026 Q1 Hotline Confessions

01.15.2026

Handbooks That Hold Up: Build Policies That Protect & Perform

02.19.2026

HR Checkup 2026: Is Your Organization Audit-Ready?

03.19.2026

2026 Q2 Hotline Confessions

04.23.2026

The 2026 Workplace Violence Compliance Mandate

05.21.2026

Benefits That Matter: Designing Packages Employees Won't Walk Away From

06.11.2026

Mid-Year Legal Checkpoint: 2026 Laws California Employers Can't Ignore

06.25.2026

2026 Q3 Hotline Confessions

07.23.2026

Leaves of Absence Essentials: Tools & Tips for HR Success

08.13.2026

Lead with Impact: Mastering the Art of Managing Employees

09.17.2026

Stay or Go? How Creative Recognition Keeps Your Best People

10.08.2026

2026 Q4 Hotline Confessions

10.22.2026

Wage & Hour Wake-Up Call: Avoid the Compliance Crisis

11.19.20

Hire Without Regret: Mastering the Modern Hiring Process

12.03.2026

Online Registration is open for all 2026 programs.  Call the office at (480) 532-0007 or email Faith Barnese at faith@eac-oc.com if you prefer to be invoiced for program registration.

This bulletin is provided as a courtesy to our clients, members, and friends to highlight current developments in the law. It is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice or a legal opinion. If you have questions or need guidance regarding these or other matters, please contact Faith Barnese at the EAC-OC office at (714) 794-4253, cell (480) 532-0007, or faith@eac-oc.com.

Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, Inc.

The Employer Advisory Council of Orange County is a non-profit group, run by HR professionals and attorneys, as a low-cost approach to business and human resource solutions. Membership entitles you and your associates to low-cost HR workshops, timely updates on breaking legislation affecting your business practices and access to an HR Attorney Hotline. For more information on the EAC, visit our website at https://www.eac-oc.com

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Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, Inc.

PO Box 9575, Brea CA 92822
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