Member Attendees can earn one (1) CEU: RCFE, NAB, BRN, HRCI, CPE 

California continues to be a challenging environment for employers, with evolving laws and regulations that impact businesses in various industries. This informative session will provide essential updates on recent legal changes and upcoming requirements for 2025, particularly as they pertain to employers in the senior living, housing, and care sectors.

Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of:

1. Current Legal Landscape of Employment Law:
   • New Laws: Overview of newly enacted laws affecting California employers.
   • New Cases and Claims: Key rulings and trends that could influence workplace compliance and employer liabilities.
2. Reasonable Steps Defense to Penalties:
   • New PAGA Provision: How the new California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) provision affects employer responsibilities.
   • What Constitutes Reasonable Steps: Understanding what actions employers must take to prevent violations and defend against penalties.
3. Cure Defense to Penalties:
   • New PAGA Provision: Insights into the Cure Defense and its implications for employers.
   • What Constitutes Curing Violations: Learn the steps that employers can take to "cure" violations and avoid significant penalties.

About the Presenter:

Diane O'Malley
Senior Partner, Hanson Bridgett LLP
Contact: domalley@hansonbridgett.com
Direct: 415-995-5045

Diane O'Malley is a Senior Partner at Hanson Bridgett LLP, specializing in labor and employment law. She has extensive experience representing employers, particularly in the senior living and public transit industries. Diane provides strategic counsel on various employment matters, from wrongful termination and discrimination to wage disputes, harassment, and policy development. She is a trusted advisor to employers seeking to mitigate legal risks and maintain compliance in a complex regulatory environment.

Who Should Attend:
Managers, HR teams, and senior leadership from organizations that provide housing, services, and care for older adults in California.