Register Now to Understand California’s Complex Leave Laws

California’s leave laws don’t operate in isolation — they can overlap, creating a maze of requirements for employers to navigate. From medical and family leave to bereavement and reproductive loss leave, managing these leave requests requires a clear understanding of how these multiple laws intersect. Register now for CalChamber’s Leaves of Absence virtual seminar on May 7-8, 2026, which will provide the guidance to confidently manage employee leave requests and avoid costly compliance mistakes.

CalChamber’s employment law experts will break down the overlapping requirements for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), pregnancy disability leave (PDL), paid sick leave (PSL) and more. You’ll learn how to determine employee eligibility, manage pay during leave and handle documentation requirements — all while gaining practical strategies you can immediately apply in your workplace.

During the two half-day sessions, our experts will clearly explain key legal requirements, walk through interactive examples and answer your questions in real time. Topics include:

• California’s mandatory PSL.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
• PDL, FMLA and 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.

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.

Participants will receive downloadable presentation slides and supplemental materials, including California-specific templates, checklists, forms and more. The seminar is also approved for 6.5 HRCI, MCLE and PDC credits.

Please note: Participants will not receive a recording of this virtual seminar, so be sure to attend the live training.

[Two Half-Day Virtual Seminar] Leaves of Absence

• (Part 1) Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT
• (Part 2) Friday, May 8, 2026, from 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.