Employees have the right to speak out about any type of mistreatment they may experience in the workplace. If they are the victim of mistreatment or inappropriate behaviors, such as sexual harassment, they may take steps to report the incident to human resources and...
A wrongful termination claim is a massive distraction and a highly costly issue. It is also not something that is within your ability to completely stop. However, by taking four simple steps, you can minimize your risks: Documentation of all reasons for a firing Given...
A noncompete agreement is a standard agreement for many businesses to protect their interests in regard to former employees. What a noncompete agreement does is stipulate what actions an employee can do once they’ve left. A typical noncompete would limit the...
For the most part, employment law in California is extremely friendly to workers. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, as historically, employers have a lot of power over the lives and outcomes of their workers. At the same time, employees can’t act with impunity...
In January, businesses in California underwent a shift in how talent acquisition and hiring work. The law requires all new job postings to include a salary range for the position. Additionally, current employees may request the pay range for their positions. Why is...
In wage and hour disputes, companies stand to face intense scrutiny around their practices around their hourly employees. California has extremely complex rules around breaks, vacation time, and accurate pay stubs and that can intimidate any employer. But you have...
California law dictates much of your relationship with your employees. Keeping track of updates and minor changes is a vital business process. For 2023, there are four important changes that can make a massive impact on your company. Pay range publications One of the...
To employ minors in California, you and the potential employee must have a work permit. That permit applies to nearly all individuals under the age of 18. If your company wishes to employ a minor, you must ensure legal compliance to avoid potential legal consequences....
With Halloween behind us, employers across California are gearing up for the holiday season. There are many coming federal and religious holidays, which means much of your staff may pursue using their vacation time. Now is a good time to brush up on some basic...
Recently, a California-based company settled a lawsuit that alleged numerous wage and hour violations. The settlement, $1.8 million, is large, and for many companies, that kind of result would be a massive hit to their bottom line. It is also a demonstration of how a...
