California Employment News: Employee Benefits 101
Published: January 27, 2026
In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Chris Horsley and Ryan Abernethy break down employer obligations related to 401(k) retirement plans, CalSavers, and health benefits.
In this episode, they cover:
- When employers are required to offer access to retirement benefits
- Key compliance rules governing 401(k) plans under ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code – Expanded CalSavers requirements, including deadlines for small employers
- Automatic enrollment rules and contribution requirements under CalSavers
- Employer obligations and penalties tied to health benefits under the Affordable Care Act
- Best practices for documentation, record retention, and compliance planning
Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here.