2027 New Laws for the Workplace

From evolving wage and hour requirements to new developments affecting workplace safety, protected leaves, artificial intelligence, hiring practices, and employee rights, staying ahead of California’s changing employment laws is essential. Our expert employment law attorneys will break down the new laws and regulatory changes taking effect in 2027 and translate them into practical, actionable guidance for employers.

You’ll learn what has changed, what it means for your organization, and what HR professionals and business leaders should be doing now to prepare. We’ll focus on the impact to your employee handbook, policies, hiring practices, workplace procedures, and day-to-day decision making—helping you reduce risk and confidently implement required changes.

Key Takeaways:

• Critical California and federal employment law changes taking effect in 2027
• Required and recommended updates to employee handbooks, policies, hiring practices, and workplace procedures
• Emerging compliance issues HR professionals and employers need to have on their radar
• Practical, real-world guidance from experienced employment law attorneys
• Action steps to help your organization prepare before new requirements take effect

Start 2027 prepared—not playing catch-up. Equip your team with the knowledge and practical guidance needed to stay compliant, minimize risk, and confidently navigate another year of changes in the workplace.