California HR Survival: Employee Handbooks That Protect Your Business

The trainings every employer wishes they had before the complaint, claim, or lawsuit. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes before they happen.

Join our California-based online HR event designed for business owners, and managers who want to build a strong workplace foundation through clear, compliant policies and procedures.

In this informative session, we’ll break down the essential components every employee handbook should include, how to stay compliant with California employment laws, and the common mistakes that can lead to legal or employee-relations issues. Whether you’re creating your first handbook or updating an existing one, you’ll leave with practical tools and actionable guidance to help protect your business and support your team.

What We’ll Cover:

• Required California workplace policies
• Paid sick leave and attendance guidelines
• Harassment prevention and workplace conduct standards
• Remote work and communication expectations
• Employee classifications and policy consistency
• Handbook acknowledgments and employee signatures
• Common handbook mistakes employers should avoid
• Best practices for updating and distributing handbooks

What You’ll Learn:

• What is required to create a professional and legally compliant employee handbook
• Which policies are required for California employers
• How a handbook helps reduce liability and workplace confusion
• Tips for communicating policies clearly to employees
• When and how to update handbook policies as laws change
• How to strengthen company culture through consistent expectations

Perfect for small business owners, startup teams, office managers, and anyone responsible for HR or employee management in California.

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.

DON'T MISS THE OTHER SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES:

• 8/25/26: Employee Ready! Prepare to Hire Without Headaches
• 8/27/26: Do's and Don'ts: Avoid Hiring Mistakes That Cost!
• 8/28/26: New Hire Survival Guide: Onboard with Confidence
• 9/9/26: Employee Handbooks That Protect Your Business
• 10/14/26: Managing Employees without Creating Liabilities
• 11/10/26: Workplace Safety - Protect Your People & Business
• 12/9/26: Year End Check - Find Problems Before They Find You