Demystify California’s Complex Leave Laws at CalChamber’s Virtual Seminar

Managing employees’ leaves of absence in California is rarely straightforward. With numerous state and federal leave laws that often overlap — and new requirements added every year — employers need a solid understanding of their obligations to remain compliant. Register for CalChamber’s Leaves of Absence virtual seminar on August 6 and 7 to gain the knowledge and practical tools needed to confidently navigate California’s complex leave laws.

Whether you’re determining employee eligibility, coordinating multiple types of leave or understanding how employees should be paid during protected absences, California’s leave requirements can present significant compliance challenges. During the two half-day sessions, CalChamber’s employment law experts will explain how various leave laws work together and provide practical guidance you can use immediately in your workplace.

Throughout the seminar, attendees will receive a comprehensive overview of California’s leave requirements while working through interactive examples and real-world scenarios. Participants can also ask questions throughout the seminar and receive answers in real time.

Topics covered include:

• California mandatory paid sick leave.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
• Pregnancy disability leave (PDL) and leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA).
• California-specific leaves for bereavement, reproductive loss, school activities and more.
• Federal and California military leaves.
• Disability leave/leave as a reasonable accommodation.
• State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) wage replacement programs.

In addition, participants will receive downloadable presentation slides and supplemental compliance materials, including California-specific templates, checklists, forms and other practical resources to help support day-to-day leave administration.

This seminar is ideal for HR professionals, legal and employment law counsel, office managers, business owners and anyone responsible for managing employee leaves in California.

Please note: No recording is associated with this virtual seminar, so be sure to attend the live training.

[Two Half-Day Virtual Seminar] Leaves of Absence

• (Part 1) Thursday, August 6, 2026, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT
• (Part 2) Friday, August 7, 2026, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT

Cost: $349 ($279.20 for CalChamber Preferred Members and higher).

To learn more or to secure your spot for the Leaves of Absence seminar, visit the CalChamber Store or call (800) 331-8877. This seminar is approved for 6.5 HRCI, PDC and MCLE credits.

This virtual seminar is solely for informational purposes and does not serve as or replace legal advice.