California Layoffs — March 2026, Week 4
Employers in California submitted 38 WARN Act notices in March 2026, Week 4, putting at risk an estimated 1,825 workers. The average filing covered 48 workers, with 0 closures among the notices.
38
Notices Filed
1,825
Workers Affected
48
Avg per Notice
0
Closures
Labor Market Snapshot — California (DOL/BLS)
5.3%
Unemployment
(March 2026)
39,892
Initial Claims
(2026-04-25 wk)
2.12%
Insured Unemp. Rate
(2026-04-25 wk)
Industry Breakdown
| Industry | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Information & Technology | 3 | 296 |
| Healthcare | 9 | 281 |
| Accommodation & Food | 1 | 233 |
| Professional Services | 3 | 230 |
| Transportation | 10 | 209 |
| Manufacturing | 2 | 168 |
| Education | 3 | 68 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1 | 53 |
The Information & Technology sector emerged as the hardest-hit sector with 296 workers across 3 notices. Separately, Healthcare reported 281 workers.
Largest Layoffs
Topping the list was Welcome Palm Springs LLC dba Riviera Resort & Spa Palm Springs at its Palm Springs facility, reporting 233 affected workers. Bedabox, LLC (dba ShipMonk) followed with 145 workers.
This report covers WARN Act filings in California for Week 4 of March 2026. View the national Week 4 report or view the full March report for California.