California’s $1.35M Fine Over Applicant Privacy: What Employers Must Do Now
Posted by Fisher Phillips on Oct 1st 2025
What Happened
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) issued its largest-ever fine—$1.35 million—against an employer for failing to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) when handling job applicant and employee data.
Violations included:
Missing applicant privacy notices.
Failing to inform applicants of thei