One of the most challenging things for a business to grapple with is unionization. While there are many arguments for and against unions, collective bargaining can be a challenge for employers. To that end, if your workforce is unionized – as many healthcare and...
One of the worst situations for a company is when an employee brings harassment allegations against another employee. If handled poorly, the company may face penalties and litigation, so most employers err on the side of caution in taking punitive actions. However, if...
The California minimum wage is set to increase on January 1st, 2022. For companies with over 26 or more employees, that wage will be $15.00 per hour. Businesses with fewer employees would have a base rate of $14.00 per hour. However, depending on your location, the...
Most companies have at least a few minors on the payroll. While, in many businesses, a minor may be in an entry-level service position. In California, many minor employees are child actors and other artists. Because of California’s unique minor working population,...
With the holiday season in full swing, many people look forward to a certain amount of time off with family. However, in a diverse workforce, there is an excellent chance that the religious holiday you would like to take is one your boss may know next to nothing...
When you run a business, you often rely on staff members to help with daily operations. Finding candidates that meet your education and job experience qualifications may not be of concern, though you probably have additional expectations. The Fair Chance Act made it...
Non-disclosure agreements are standard company-employee contracts. However, employers must understand their limits in seeking protection. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) helps protect proprietary information from competitors in your field. Although that’s not...
Most products, services and programs must be available to the entire population. Individuals with a disability may rely on a company's accommodations. However, not all business owners are familiar with legal compliance. It is important to note this is a hot area of...
California labor laws require companies to provide both exempt and nonexempt employees with a 30-minute uninterrupted meal break if they work at least five hours during a shift. Employers may be responsible for providing additional compensation to workers, including...
Hiring independent contractors can be vital to a company’s productivity and bottom line. Contractors often play a critical role in building small businesses, especially startups with limited employees and monetary resources. Large employers who hire independent...
