January 11, 2024
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Its “Final Rule” Regarding the Classification of Independent Contractors versus Employees
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its final rule regarding the classification of independent contractors versus employees, which becomes effective March 11, 2024. Although California employers…
Read More ›January 3, 2024
Important Handbook and Policy Changes for 2024 and Beyond
As California employers rightfully reflect on their accomplishments from 2023, it is time to look ahead to 2024 and make sure your company’s New Year’s Resolutions include the following: Employee…
Read More ›December 27, 2023
Think The New Consumer and Employee Privacy Laws Don’t Reach Your Business? Think Again.
Background for Employers In 2018, the California Legislature enacted the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA,” Civil Code section 1798.100, et seq.) As originally enacted, the CCPA created privacy rights for…
Read More ›November 2, 2023
NLRB Issues New Joint Employer Rule
On October 26, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or the Board) issued a new rule addressing how the Board will assess joint employer status under the National Labor…
Read More ›October 23, 2023
California Expands Paid Sick Leave Law Effective January 1, 2024
On October 4, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 616 and expanded California’s sick leave law, the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014. As a result, California employers…
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