California has recorded 1,443 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 78,322 workers across 621 companies. The most active filer is Amazon with 92 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Los Angeles, Santa Clara, and San Diego. Of these, 416 involved facility closures and 1,027 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Jan 29, 2025 through Jun 17, 2026. Employers provided an average of 58 days notice before the effective date. Filings in the most recent quarter were lower than the prior quarter, with 317 compared to 373.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
78,322
Filings
1,443
Companies Affected
621
Avg Workers / Filing
54
Top Employer
Amazon
6,971 workers
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Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 3,263/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
38,096
2025

Closure vs. Layoff

Closures — 29% Layoffs — 71%
29%
71%

Filings by Industry

Manufacturing 13,872 workers (18%)
Professional & Technical Services 12,019 workers (15%)
Retail Trade 10,061 workers (13%)
Wholesale Trade 6,798 workers (9%)
Healthcare & Social Assistance 6,622 workers (8%)
Information & Technology 5,393 workers (7%)
Accommodation & Food Services 5,372 workers (7%)
Educational Services 3,892 workers (5%)

Top Employers Filing in California

Laid off in California?

If your employer filed a WARN notice in California, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with the California EDD as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers. Ask specifically about Rapid Response services, which are designed for WARN-affected workers.

File for California Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at the California EDD. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

Career Services and Training

Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.

Find Your Local Job Center

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

About This Data

California has expanded 'mini-WARN' requirements with lower thresholds than the federal standard. All data on this page is sourced from official filings published by the California EDD. Updated daily on business days. View source data at California EDD →

Recent California Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyCityTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Lumileds Santa Clara
370 W. Trimble Rd San Jose CA 95131
Closure 11 2026-08-31 2026-06-17
Leggett & Platt San Bernardino
1671 S. Champagne Avenue Ontario CA 91761
Closure 125 2026-08-14 2026-06-15
United Natural Foods West Los Angeles
5300 Sheila St. Los Angeles CA 90040
Closure 11 2026-08-17 2026-06-15
Uber Technologies San Francisco
1655 3rd Street San Francisco CA 94158
Layoff 3 2026-08-11 2026-06-12
Hy-Tek Intralogistics San Bernardino
11500 Phelan Road Hesperia CA 92344
Layoff 200 2026-08-10 2026-06-11
ServiceNow Santa Clara
2225 Lawson Lane Santa Clara CA 95054
Layoff 54 2026-08-17 2026-06-10
Veritone Orange
5291 California Ave., Ste. 350 Irvine CA 92617
Layoff 31 2026-08-10 2026-06-10
ServiceNow San Diego
4801 Eastgate Mall San Diego CA 92121
Layoff 63 2026-08-17 2026-06-10
Ubisoft San Francisco
300 Mission Street, 20th Floor San Francisco CA 94105
Layoff 93 2026-08-10 2026-06-10
Verily Health San Mateo
999 Bayhill Dr. San Bruno CA 94066
Layoff 58 2026-08-07 2026-06-08
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