California likes to promote employee mobility and last year took steps to prevent “stay or pay” provisions in the employment context. Accordingly, AB 692 prohibited certain contracts that
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California Extends Bereavement Leave to a “Designated Person”
Effective January 1, 2027, California employees will have the right to take bereavement leave for a chosen family member.
SB 1149 will amend the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) to
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IRS Increased Mileage Reimbursement Rate — Watch Out for Expense Claims
Who knew that rising gas prices would lead to a trap for employers?
Pretty much every class and PAGA action filed in California claims unreimbursed business expenses. As you know
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The Governor has until September 30, 2026 to sign or veto enrolled bills from the 2025-2026 session. This status should be verified as the deadline approaches.
SB 947: The Return
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Bills to Watch Dealing with FEHA and/or CFRA
In addition to our last post on Training Reminders and Related Bills to Watch About Training, here are some upcoming bills to watch dealing with FEHA and/or CFRA.
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Five Employment Law Lessons from Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5”
Dolly Parton’s classic anthem about a thankless job and an unfair boss wasn’t just a hit — it was practically a workplace compliance checklist. Nearly 45 years later, California employers
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Training Reminders and Related Bills to Watch About Training
With summer coming to an end, now is a good time for employers and HR Departments to review training requirements and plan accordingly. Below are some helpful tips.
Workplace Violence
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Beginning January 1, 2027, California’s statewide minimum wage will increase to $17.40 per hour.
The minimum wage increase also affects the minimum salary an employee must earn to meet part
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Two Demand Letters Before the First Paycheck: What This Says About California’s Litigation Climate
A new client of mine opened for business in California less than a week ago. Fifty employees, good intentions, and a genuine desire to get it right from day
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California’s Workplace Know Your Rights Act (SB 294) has been in effect since January 1, but there’s one more milestone in the rollout most employers don’t know about. Tomorrow, July
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