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Employers' Legal Lounge

Employers' Legal Lounge

Written by: Michael Sullivan & Associates
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Welcome to the Employers' Legal Lounge podcast – a valuable resource for employers, risk managers, human resources professionals, employment attorneys, and colleagues to stay informed about the ever-evolving landscape of California employment compliance laws. Tune in as Michael Sullivan & Associates attorney, Eric De Wames, and a rotating roster of guest experts discuss the most recent developments, emerging trends, and effective strategies within California's dynamic employment law environment. Each month, we dive deep into a specific topic to provide you with valuable insights and guidance for navigating the complex world of employment regulations in the Golden State. If you have any questions, topic suggestions, or would like to be a guest on our show, please reach out to podcast host Eric De Wames at https://msa.news/contacteric Podcast webpage: https://msa.news/podcastAll rights reserved Economics
Episodes
  • Episode 18: October 2026

    Episode 18: October 2026
    Oct 2 2026
    Special Guest: Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier - Work Psychologist Topics covered in this month’s podcast: ✅ Legislative updates (SB 947, SB 951, AB 1883, AB 1331, AB 1803, AB 2495 & more) ✅ Artificial Intelligence ✅ Strategic HR Planning ✅ Lessons From “The Resilience Plan” Links: 🔗 SHRM NorCal 2026 Conference: https://msa.news/shrm-norcal-26 🔗 Kern County SHRM 29th Annual Conference: https://kcshrm.org/events/ 🔗 PIHRA CELU 2026 - 2027 Conferences: https://pihra.org/celu26-fall/ 🔗 SHRM Northstate 2026 HR Summit: https://msa.news/shrm-ns-2026-summit 🔗 SCWC 2026 Annual Conference: https://msa.news/scwc2026 🔗 Free Worksheets from “The Resilience Plan”: https://msa.news/TRP-worksheets
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    47 mins
  • Episode 17: August 2026

    Episode 17: August 2026
    Aug 25 2026
    Special Guest: John Bernatovicz (Founder - Willory | Author & Speaker) Topics covered in this month’s podcast: ✅ Legislative Updates (SB 7, SB 947, SB 951, AB 1941, AB 1803, SB 1149, AB 2495 & more) ✅ Getting Legal Help with Employment Issues ✅ Lessons From “HR Like a Boss” ✅ Services Offered by Willory ✅ HR Technology Platforms ✅ HR Like a Boss Podcast - Season 7 Links: 🔗 SHRM NorCal 2026 Conference: https://conference.shrm.org/norcal-conference 🔗 Kern County SHRM 29th Annual Conference: https://kcshrm.org/events/ 🔗 PIHRA CELU 2026 - 2027 Conferences: https://pihra.org/celu26-fall/ 🔗 Willory: https://willory.com/ 🔗 HR Like a Boss (Podcast): https://willory.com/podcast/ 🔗 HR Like a Boss (Book): https://msa.news/4qoVU5e
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    45 mins
  • Episode 16: April 2026

    Episode 16: April 2026
    Apr 21 2026
    Special Guests: Joshua Stewart (Attorney - MS&A), Andy Covell (State Director - CalSHRM | Founder - Lion Tech Solutions), Cherrity Ricks (President - Kern County SHRM | Certification Director - CalSHRM | Compensation Manager - Western Management Group), and Nina Woodard (Board Secretary - SHRM Colorado | State Council Professional Development Director - CalSHRM | Board Member - Rise Up | Chair of the Board of Directors - Safe Place for Pets | President & Chief "N" Sights Officer - Nina E. Woodard & Associates) Topics covered in this month’s podcast: ✅ CalSHRM 2026 California Legislative & HR Leadership Summit ✅ Proposed Legislation: SB 947, SB 1898, SB 951 ✅ Caregiver Benefits ✅ Current Litigation Trends ✅ AI Use by Latest Generation of HR Professionals ✅ Balancing Empathy and Business Objectives ✅ The Role of Artificial Intelligence in HR Links: 🔗 PIHRA's 2026 CAHR Conference: https://cahrconference.org/ 🔗 SHRM California (CalSHRM): https://www.calshrm.org/ 🔗 Professionals In Human Resources Assoc. (PIHRA): https://pihra.org/
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    51 mins
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