SB 1063 and AB 1676 went into effect on January 1, 2017. These two laws further expanded the California Fair Pay Act by prohibiting pay discrimination based on race, ethnicity, or salary history for substantially similar work. Google tells us that ...
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Personnel Policies
New Parent Leave Now Applies to Small Employers
California’s New Parent Leave Act (SB 63), in effect as of January 1, 2018 requires employers with 20 to 49 employees within a 75-mile radius to provide eligible employees up to 12 weeks of parental leave to bond with a new child within one year of ...
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Workplace Investigations: The Frequently Asked Questions
The wave of high-profile allegations stemming from the #metoo movement shows no sign of relenting, requiring employers to address their own internal policies related to workplace complaints. Just as important as developing anti-harassment and ...
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2018 Is Here … Are You Ready?
Lawmakers in the Golden State were busy last year on the employment law front. Check out our checklist to help make sure you’re prepared.
Update Employment Application
Remove any inquiry into applicant’s prior wage/salary history
Ban the Box ...
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Short-Term Layoffs Subject to California WARN Act
California's WARN Act requires employers to provide 60 days' advance notice to affected employees before ordering a "mass layoff" of 50 or more employees. But is notice required for a temporary furlough of just five weeks? In a recent decision, a ...
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From LeadingAge’s Engage Magazine: Age Discrimination and the Aging Workforce
In 2017, the Age Discrimination & Employment Act (ADEA) turned 50. The anniversary of that federal law is prompting questions from employees and employers alike about the status of our workforce and age discrimination.
In the Fall Issue of ...
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California Immigrant Worker Protection Act: New Obligations for Employers
The California Immigrant Worker Protection Act goes into effect on January 1, 2018, regulating employer interactions with federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Here are some things employers need to know.
Employer ...
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Construction & Ag Employers – Are Your Porta Potties in Compliance with California Law?
New Transgender Rights Regulations Lead to Need for Emergency Regulations
On July 1, 2017, the Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s (DFEH) regulations on Transgender Identity and Expression became effective. Those regulations clarified how ...
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