California Employment News: SB 513 and Personnel File Requirements

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Another update for California employers is on the horizon. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Megan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi break down SB 513, a new law that clarifies what documents must be included in an employee’s personnel file beginning January 1, 2026.

In this episode, they cover:

- What SB 513 changes about personnel file contents

- Which records employees have the right to inspect and copy under Labor Code See more +

Another update for California employers is on the horizon. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Megan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi break down SB 513, a new law that clarifies what documents must be included in an employee’s personnel file beginning January 1, 2026.

In this episode, they cover:

- What SB 513 changes about personnel file contents

- Which records employees have the right to inspect and copy under Labor Code Section 1198.5

- The new requirement to include education and training records

- What details training records must contain, including trainer information, dates, and certifications

- Penalties and attorneys’ fees employers may face for failing to timely comply

- Best practices for record retention following termination or non-hire

Listen for a clear breakdown of what California employers need to know now to stay compliant with requirements taking effect January 1, 2026. See less -

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