As you may have heard, the federal Department of Labor has issued new Certification of Health Care Provider forms for an employee’s own serious health condition (WH-380-E) and
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Can we Please Stop Using the Term Furlough Without Defining It?
What is a “furlough” when applied to a private business with a non-union workforce in California? In my view, it is a temporary layoff (or required unpaid leave due to
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California Issues Safe Reopening Playbook
Are you tired of Covid checklists yet? Well you may be, but California recently issued an Employer Playbook for a Safe Reopening that is actually quite good.
It includes a
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California Provides a Free Harassment Prevention Online Tool for Employees
With so many businesses either re-opening or planning to reopen in California, let’s not forget that all employees (not just supervisors) must be trained in harassment prevention before year end.
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Los Angeles County Re-Opens for Burgers & Haircuts!
On this sunny Saturday the County of Los Angeles has opened for business just a little bit more.
Angelenos can go to a restaurant (preferably with patio seating), and have
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California Moves to Stage 2 (With Local Approval Only)
Governor Newsom announced today that California has moved on to early Stage 2, but only for cities and counties that obtain state approval.
Under Stage 2, certain businesses, establishments
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First Steps for Return-To-Work Planning
I have been speaking with many clients about the first steps for return-to-work planning. The Covid-19 shut-downs were so quick that there wasn’t sufficient time to plan. Employers want
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Musicians Reach Deal on AB5 Exemption
Written by Sharon Shaoulian
California’s music industry finally came to an agreement with lawmakers on pending amendments to California’s Assembly Bill 5 (AB5). The amendments would provide relief
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Los Angeles Requires Face Coverings to Protect Workers
Written by Brandon Takahashi and Brian Casillas
Effective immediately, employers in the City of Los Angeles must provide face coverings and take additional steps to protect employees.
On April 7,
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Los Angeles Fills FFCRA Sick Leave Gaps
The Los Angeles City Council passed an Ordinance on Friday that fills some key gaps left open by the FFRCA (Families First Coronavirus Response Act). If you don’t know about
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