Well I'm not very good at this HR thing and need help with compliance issues as it relates to this new law in CA. Any HR people or lawyers advise would be awesome.
If you are referring to the Freelance Worker Protection Ordinance, is similar to requirements in New York City, Minneapolis, and Seattle. This Ordinance took effect on July 1, 2023, and requires a written contract for many independent contractors and freelance workers who work in the city. You do not need to turn your contracts to employees, just make sure you have written contracts. Im happy to go into more detail if needed.