The prospect of large-scale, unannounced ICE raids on workplaces is upon us with the launch of the second Trump administration. What employers need to know now is outlined HERE by
Continue Reading Employers: Prepare Now for Workplace Immigration RaidsNew California Posters Available
Many of you know that there is no rhyme or reason as to when California decides to update their many required postings. So, dear readers, we wanted to let you
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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025
Our team has updated the firm’s handy Doing Business in California Guide for 2025. In this Guide we explain the key issues that make California such a compliance challenge for
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Employer Obligations for Wild Fires Revisited
Unfortunately, today is a good day to revisit our blog post on employer obligations and employee protections for wildfires, smoke, power outages, and other natural disasters. Please review that post
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Beware Minimum Wage Increases Throughout California In 2025
As we head into the new year, employers must continue to monitor minimum wages at the state and local level. California’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2025 to
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Time to Update that California Arbitration Agreement for 2025
Mandatory arbitration is legal in California. As you are updating your handbooks and other policies for 2025, don’t forget to revisit your arbitration agreement. Some key issues to look
Continue Reading Time to Update that California Arbitration Agreement for 2025Essential California Handbook Updates for 2025
It’s that time of year for my annual holiday rituals: gingerbread lattes, Black Friday sales and employee handbook updates! As we move into 2025, California’s legal landscape continues to evolve
Continue Reading Essential California Handbook Updates for 2025Seven Steps for an Effective Compliance Training Program
- Training should be fun and something
Time Off to Vote and Notice Requirements are Upon Us
Election 2024 is here and now is the time for employers in California to refresh themselves on the voting leave and posting requirements they must follow:
– Employers must allow
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More Protected Time Off Provisions for CA Employers (AB 2499)
It can be so confusing to understand whether and when an employee’s missed shift can be grounds for discipline.
For example, you can’t discipline an employee, even if they call
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