Sneak Peek at 2026 California Labor Laws
There are some significant employment law updates on the horizon for 2026. From new executive orders and EEOC guidance in 2025 to anticipated Form I-9 enforcement in 2026, employers should be ready to adjust accordingly. On a state-level, California employers must also be prepared for minimum wage increases, wage and hour audit recommendations, and new regulations in the works!
Join CEA's subject matter experts for a Sneak Peek at California’s 2026 Labor Law Updates, where we break down the latest HR news.
Beyond telling you "what’s new," CEA takes a more practical approach. We explain next steps and best practices, including how to update your policies, practices, and trainings.
Date: November 18, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Fee: Free for Members, $25 for Non-members
Speaker
Giuliana Gabriel
Senior HR Compliance Director
Giuliana supports our HR Team by researching and dissecting new employment laws to make them easier for employers to understand and comply with. She assists a multitude of employers in HR compliance and training. She is a whiz when it comes to drafting policies and procedures, creating employee handbooks, and providing day-to-day HR guidance. Her work has included a significant number of workplace investigations for employers of all sizes and in a diverse variety of industries.
Giuliana's background in employment litigation before both state and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, makes her well-equipped to guide businesses as they navigate the complexities of California HR compliance. Her practice included defending employers in discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour class action lawsuits. This experience gives her the ability to provide real-world assistance to California employers.
Before joining CEA, Giuliana was an associate attorney at Downey Brand and Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. Giuliana is a graduate of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and Pepperdine Caruso School of Law. Disclaimer: Giuliana is not acting as an attorney in any capacity at CEA.
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