California has introduced a new requirement compelling most employers to implement a workplace violence prevention policy by July 1, 2024. The implications of this law are significant, prompting the need for human resource...more
The ever-evolving landscape of employment laws in California has introduced a notable change with the implementation of a new law that establishes a rebuttable presumption of retaliation in some circumstances. This law, which...more
The landscape surrounding cannabis in the workplace is rapidly evolving, posing challenges for California corporations and businesses to establish effective policies and procedures. As the use of cannabis, both medical and...more
3/4/2024
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Employment Policies ,
FEHA ,
Policies and Procedures ,
Recreational Use ,
Schedule I Drugs
Please join us at our 2024 Employment Law Symposium. The afternoon program promises invaluable insights that will keep you and your talent team at the forefront of California employment law trends....more
1/5/2024
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Employer Liability Issues ,
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Employment Litigation ,
Hiring & Firing ,
Labor Regulations ,
New Legislation ,
Non-Compete Agreements ,
Severance Agreements ,
State Labor Laws ,
Webinars ,
Workplace Investigations
In 2023, California has adopted several new employment laws either introducing new employee protections or codifying existing practices into state law. With these changes, employers will need to examine and adjust some of...more
12/7/2023
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Employer Liability Issues ,
Labor Regulations ,
Minimum Wage ,
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Non-Compete Agreements ,
Paid Leave ,
Paid Sick Leave ,
Reproductive Healthcare Issues ,
State and Local Government ,
State Labor Laws ,
Wage and Hour ,
Workplace Violence
California has become a trendsetter when it comes to implementing new laws. The state is often at the forefront of key issues and paves the way for other states to follow in its footsteps....more
11/27/2023
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Governor Newsom ,
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Non-Compete Agreements ,
Off-Duty Employees ,
Recreational Use ,
Reproductive Healthcare Issues ,
State Bans ,
Unpaid Leave ,
Workplace Violence Prevention Programs
California has passed several new or amended employment laws covering topics ranging from off-duty marijuana use, reproductive rights, California Family Rights Act, COVID-19, criminal law and the workplace, new avenues of...more
12/23/2022
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Enforcement ,
Fair Employment Practices Act ,
FEHA ,
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Human Trafficking ,
Marijuana ,
Minimum Wage ,
Notice Requirements ,
OSHA ,
Paid Family Leave Law ,
Popular ,
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Reproductive Healthcare Issues ,
Retirement Plan ,
Sexual Assault ,
Unions ,
WARN Act
In addition to AB 152 extending COVID-19 leave through December 31, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom has also signed into law two other COVID-related bills—AB 1751 and AB2693—affecting employers’ policies regarding employees who...more
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 152 into law, extending Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (“SPSL”) through December 31, 2022. SPSL, which requires California employers with over 26 employees to provide up to 80 hours paid...more
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new pay transparency act that will require significant changes in how employers draft job postings and how they report pay data to the state. Given the scope of the changes, many...more
10/26/2022
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Human Resources Professionals ,
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New Legislation ,
Pay Data ,
Pay Transparency ,
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State Labor Laws ,
Wage and Hour
AB 1949, a bill passed by the California legislature and awaiting Governor Newsom’s signature, would require California employers to offer five days of bereavement leave to employees each time they lose a spouse, child,...more
This week the California legislature passed a pay transparency act that – pending Governor Newsom’s signature – will require significant changes in how employers draft job postings and how they report pay data to the State....more
9/6/2022
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Pay Transparency ,
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Posting Requirements ,
Reporting Requirements ,
State Labor Laws ,
Wage and Hour