It’s time to update those handbooks for 2026 and while there are numerous new laws California employers must comply with, not all of them are, what I call, “handbook worthy.”
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Captive Audience Ban Challenge Upheld
California’s Captive Audience Ban, aka SB 399 (Labor Code § 1137) is in a temporary holding pattern. A California district court judge issued a preliminary injunction barring the government from
Continue Reading Captive Audience Ban Challenge UpheldEmployment Bills to Watch in the Next Two Weeks
The last California legislative session ended on September 13, 2025 and Governor Newsom must sign or veto bills passed during the legislative session by October 13, 2025, or they will
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Terminating Employees with a Controversial POV
When employees comment on social media about controversial figures or issues, California employers face a delicate balance. Although online posts may be polarizing, disciplining employees for their speech has the
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The Million Dollar ChatGPT Mistake
I’m still haunted by the call that started my morning early yesterday. A new client needed help with the termination of an executive, immediately. Now, my spidey senses perk up
Continue Reading The Million Dollar ChatGPT MistakeNotice of Survivors of Violence and Family Members of Victims Right to Leave and Accommodations
The Civil Rights Department has just released the new required notice for California’s Victim-of-Violence Leave (AB 2499) that took effect on January 1, 2025. It layers fresh obligations onto employers
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When Work Becomes a Family Affair
At first, it sounds like a dream: hiring your cousin to help with marketing, bringing your sister on as a partner, or giving your son-in-law a “small stake” in the
Continue Reading When Work Becomes a Family AffairSmart Considerations for the Use of Smart Glasses at Work
As wearable technology continues to evolve, smart glasses are becoming an increasingly popular accessory. While these devices offer numerous benefits, they also present unique legal challenges, particularly in California, where
Continue Reading Smart Considerations for the Use of Smart Glasses at WorkNew 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
Continue Reading New California Posters AvailableEssential 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
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