In California, most employment relationships are considered “at-will,” meaning either an employer or an employee may terminate their relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. However, there are important exceptions to this general...
California has very strict labor laws, many of which provide employers with responsibilities and employees with rights that aren’t found in federal laws. Some of these laws require employers to provide specific rest breaks and meal periods. All employers in...
Both federal and state statutes prohibit sexual harassment in the workplace. Employees should not have to tolerate quid pro quo harassment from a supervisor or a hostile work environment caused by their teammates to earn a living. Companies with multiple employees...
When California workers file complaints related to wage and hour violations and/or discrimination, the state tends to treat such accusations seriously. As a result, business owners generally benefit from seeking legal guidance as proactively as possible in response to...
Mandatory arbitration agreements between employers and employees have seen some ups and downs over the last few years in California. In 2019, Governor Newsom signed AB 51, adding a new section to the California Labor Code. For all intents and purposes, the goal was...
California employers must stay updated regarding state employment laws. For example, as of Jan. 1, 2023, the minimum wage throughout the state rose to $15.50 per hour. This marks the second-highest state-level minimum wage in the US; however, it is not the highest...
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...