Employers Brace for New Laws in 2024 with Guidance From California Employers Association

SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--California is known for pioneering new employment laws and 2024 is no exception with businesses facing many new laws and expansion of existing laws. “As the new year is fast approaching, we want to help educate employers so they are confident in navigating compliance and staying out of trouble,” said Kim Gusman, President and CEO of CEA.

Major changes this year include increased mandatory paid sick leave, a brand-new reproductive loss bereavement leave, workplace violence prevention plan requirements, non-compete agreements, AI use, cannabis-use protections, wage and hour updates and more. These changes will affect most employers.

New laws also require employers to update required labor law posters and employee handbook policies. Employers are encouraged to audit their practices to ensure compliance.

“To help employers understand what these new laws mean for their company, CEA has compiled a free guide detailing highlights of the new requirements and practical action steps,” added Gusman. Employers can download the guide from the CEA website. https://www.employers.org/pages/employment-law-guide

In addition, CEA is providing a labor law update webinar in January where employers can ask live questions and get them answered by HR Subject Matter Experts. https://www.employers.org/events/virtual-events/2024-labor-law-update-sponsored-by-sandler-training/01/17/2024/

Founded in 1937, CEA is a non-profit association providing customized support to employers of all sizes with their California compliance needs, including Out-of-State employers with California employees. Services include HR phone support, forms, handbooks, training, posters and outsourced HR. For more information, contact CEA at employers.org.