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[Webinar] Less Layoff Litigation – Pro Tips for Conducting Reductions in Force in California
Layoffs are often viewed as a form of organizational restructuring — a way to reduce costs or to reimagine staffing needs in light of AI and automation. However, in 2026, California's reductions in force can lead to costly litigation and unintended issues with employee recruitment and retention, potentially offsetting anticipated cost savings and worsening the business challenges that prompted the restructuring in the first place.
Key New 2026 Employment Laws for California Employers | JD Supra
In 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed more than a dozen bills that significantly expand and reform employer obligations in California. These new laws create additional workplace rights notices, broaden leave and rehiring protections, expand personnel file and pay reporting requirements, and alter wage and hour, independent contractor, website, and labor relations rules—most taking effect in 2026, with some provisions extending into 2027 and beyond.
[Webinar] New California Employment Laws & Developments for 2026 - December 10th, 10:00 am - 11:30 am PT | JD Supra
December 10th, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT As we approach 2026, California employers once again face a wave of new legislation, court decisions, and regulatory changes that will shape the workplace in the year ahead. Join CDF Partners Todd Wulffson and Alessandra Whipple for this complimentary annual update covering the most significant new employment laws and developments for 2026.
Cal/OSHA Proposes Revisions to Workplace Violence Prevention Regulation | JD Supra
On May 13, 2025, Cal/OSHA issued a new draft of its proposed Workplace Violence Prevention in General Industry regulation, which updates its previously issued July 15, 2024 version. This May 2025 version incorporates advisory committee meeting feedback, and further regulation guidance is anticipated by the end of 2025.
[Webinar] Workplace Investigation Essentials for Employers - Navigating Legal Minefields - May 21st, 10:00 am - 11:15 am PT | JD Supra
Internal investigations are among the most legally sensitive and operationally disruptive processes for employers—especially when allegations of sexual harassment, discrimination, or retaliation arise. The inherent complexity can lead even seasoned HR professionals to face challenges in avoiding exposure to liability.
[Webinar] Golden Rules Gone Wrong: Top 10 Compliance Hazards for California Workplaces in 2025 - January 29th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT | JD Supra
January 22, 2025 January 29th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT Mark Spring, Alessandra Whipple, Todd Wulffson CDF Labor Law LLP + Follow x Following x Following - Unfollow Contact To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: January 29th, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT With employment lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny on the rise, staying ahead of employment law compliance risks is critical.
[Webinar] Just When You Thought It Was Safe to Go Back to the Office – The Top 10 Current Legal Headaches for California Employers in 2024 - October 17th, 10:00 am - 11:15 am PT | JD Supra
California employers face a constantly evolving legal landscape, with compliance challenges that can lead to significant financial and operational risks. Join CDF Partners Todd Wulffson and Alessandra Whipple during this complimentary webinar to explore the top 10 legal issues causing frustration for California businesses in 2024.
California Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Compliance: July 1, 2024 Deadline – Are You Ready? | JD Supra
Effective July 1, 2024, all California employers (with a few exceptions) – regardless of industry – are required to: (1) have a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (“WVPP”), (2) train employees on the WVPP, workplace violence hazard identification and reporting, (3) conduct periodic workplace hazard inspections, and (4) maintain an incident log. There is no grace period or ramp-up period.
[Webinar] No Plan, No Problem – California Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Requirements and Compliance Overview - April 30th, 10:00 am - 11:15 am PT | JD Supra
April 10, 2024 April 30th, 10:00 am - 11:15 am PT To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: April 30th, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM PT As most California employers are aware, a new workplace violence law (SB 553) requires California employers to develop and implement a written, Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and conduct training by July 1, 2024. The new requirements will be enforced by Cal/OSHA.
[Webinar] Up in Smoke: A Blunt Discussion of Applicant and Employee Drug Testing in California in 2024 - January 16th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT | JD Supra
As we enter 2024, CDF has designed a webinar that aims to equip California employers with essential knowledge regarding the new marijuana drug testing rules and how to update personnel testing, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance.
[Webinar] Managing Post Pandemic Remote Work - Top Ten Things CA Employers Need to Know - January 18th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST | JD Supra
January 18th, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST As we hopefully continue to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, there are some things we hope to leave behind, but other, formerly “temporary” aspects of the pandemic appear to be taking more permanent root. Chief among these issues for employers appears to be the “remote” or “hybrid” employee.
CDF Labor Law LLP Expands Firm Leadership, Elevates Three Attorneys to Partner
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Labor, employment and business immigration law firm CDF Labor Law LLP (CDF) is proud to announce the elevation of three outstanding attorneys to partner. These individuals are among the close to 50 CDF attorneys who aggressively defend and guide employers through the challenging legal landscape in California.
CDF Labor Law LLP Expands Firm Leadership, Elevates Three Attorneys to Partner
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Labor, employment and business immigration law firm CDF Labor Law LLP (CDF) is proud to announce the elevation of three outstanding attorneys to partner. These individuals are among the close to 50 CDF attorneys who aggressively defend and guide employers through the challenging legal landscape in California.
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Press release content from Send2Press. The AP news staff was not involved in its creation. PRESS RELEASE: Paid content from Send2Press Press release content from Send2Press. The AP news staff was not involved in its creation. CDF Labor Law LLP Expands Firm Leadership, Elevates Three Attorneys to Partner CDF Labor Law LLPDecember 29, 2022 GMT IRVINE, Calif., Dec.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
U.S. Women’s Soccer team missed two free penalty kicks to avoid the current pay gap
There is no question that the members of United States Women’s National Soccer Team (“USWNT”) are collectively a force to be reckoned with, having just won their fourth World Cup Championship. Celebrations of their victory, however, have become a chant of “USA – Equal Pay,” instead of just “USA.” Their victory has been overshadowed by the belief that the women are paid less than their male counterparts, and that it must be the result of sexism and the greedy – mostly male – owners of the teams.
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