Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, Inc.

Q4 Hotline Confessions: Year-End Lessons from the Hotline
2026-10-22 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online Webinar
The Biggest Risks, Wildest Cases & Must-Fix Mistakes Before 2027
As the year comes to a close, the hotline has heard it all — policy blind spots, leave mishaps, termination disasters, and the “you won’t believe this happened” moments every HR professional dreads. In this Q4 edition of HR Confessions, we reveal the most impactful and eye-opening cases of the year, along with the legal guidance that helped employers avoid costly consequences.
This candid, year-end session isn’t just about stories — it’s about solutions. Learn how to close compliance gaps, strengthen your policies, and reset standards before the new year begins.
What You’ll Take Away:

The most surprising real HR cases from 2026
Red flags employers missed — and how to catch them early
Legal insights and policy fixes straight from employment attorneys
A year-end checklist to protect your organization in 2027

Who Should Attend:HR leaders, business owners, managers, and anyone responsible for compliance, risk, or people management.
End the year wiser, stronger, and ready for what’s next. Every confession is a lesson.

Wage & Hour Wake-Up Call: Avoid the Compliance Crisis
2026-11-19 09:30 - 11:00
Overtime, Meal Breaks, Final Pay — Get It Right Before It Costs You
Wage and hour mistakes are the most common — and most expensive — compliance errors employers face. In California, one miscalculated break, late paycheck, or misclassified employee can trigger penalties, lawsuits, and PAGA claims. Our annual Wage & Hour program is your final compliance checkpoint, delivering clarity on the latest rules and real guidance to protect your organization.
Led by top employment law experts, this session breaks down high-risk areas like overtime calculations, remote work tracking, independent contractor status, pay transparency, and meal/rest break compliance — with practical examples you can apply immediately.
What You’ll Learn:

New wage & hour regulations and court rulings affecting your business
Common payroll and break period mistakes — and how to fix them
Best practices for timekeeping, remote work, and final pay
Misclassification risks: employee vs. contractor vs. exempt

Who Should Attend:HR professionals, payroll managers, business owners, and anyone responsible for compensation compliance.
One mistake can cost thousands. One session can save you from it.

Hire Without Regret: Mastering the Modern Hiring Process
2026-12-03 09:30 - 11:00
From Job Post to Day One — Find, Vet & Keep the Right People
A strong hiring process doesn’t start with an interview — it starts with strategy. In today’s competitive market, employers must balance speed with compliance, culture with qualification, and legal guardrails with gut instinct. This program walks you through every step of a legally sound, high-impact hiring process designed to attract top talent while minimizing risk.
Whether you’re refining your recruiting pipeline or rebuilding it from scratch, this session offers practical tools and real-world strategies to help you hire smarter — not faster.
What You’ll Learn:

Best practices for compliant job postings, interviews, and offer letters
Legal pitfalls to avoid — salary history, AI screening, bias & ban-the-box rules
Behavioral interviewing techniques that reveal true fit
How to create a candidate experience that boosts your employer brand
Turning great hires into great onboarding

Who Should Attend:HR professionals, hiring managers, recruiters, business owners, and anyone involved in talent selection or onboarding.
The cost of a bad hire is high. The value of a great hire is priceless. Get the process right.
