California HR Survival: Year End Check - Find Problems Before They Find You
The trainings every employer wishes they had before the complaint, claim, or lawsuit. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes before they happen.
California employers face some of the most complex employment laws in the nation, and many costly HR mistakes aren't discovered until an employee complaint, audit, injury, or lawsuit occurs.
Join us and close the year strong as you prepare for year-end with confidence. This session will provide practical guidance on conducting a basic HR audit, reviewing workplace compliance practices, and identifying areas that may need updates before the new year.
Learn how to stay organized, reduce compliance risks, and ensure your HR records, policies, and processes are aligned with current California employment requirements. Whether you are a small business owner or managing a growing team, this training will help you close out the year prepared and compliant.
What We’ll Cover:
- Basic HR audit checklists and best practices
- Reviewing employee files and required documentation
- Payroll, wage/hour, and recordkeeping considerations
- Required workplace postings and compliance reminders
- Preparing for upcoming California employment law changes
- HR planning and compliance strategies for the new year
What You’ll Learn:
- How to conduct a simple and effective HR audit
- Common compliance gaps employers should address before year-end
- Best practices for organizing HR records and documentation
- Tips for reducing liability and improving HR processes
- How to prepare your business for a successful and compliant new year
About the Series:
The California HR Survival series is designed to help business owners, managers, and HR professionals proactively identify risks, strengthen compliance, and build effective employment practices that protect both their employees and their bottom line.
Whether you're hiring your first employee or managing a growing team, these sessions will provide actionable tools, best practices, and real-world guidance to help you confidently navigate California employment requirements.
This series is perfect for small business owners, startup teams, office managers, and anyone responsible for HR or employee management in California.
Speakers
Sara Nicholson
Business Advisor, San Diego & Imperial SBDC
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Online