This page provides links to informative legal articles by Fenton & Keller attorneys.
Workplace Law Articles
Governor’s Executive Order on AI Workforce Disruption
July 3, 2026
Question: I’m a small business owner and have used AI to do certain tasks I would previously have given to staff and make my business more efficient. I heard,…
New Test For Unpaid Volunteers at Nonprofits
June 19, 2026
Question: I run a small nonprofit and have unpaid volunteers in addition to paid staff. When am I permitted to treat an individual as an unpaid volunteer…
Associational Disability Accommodation Obligations Under FEHA
June 5, 2026
Question: I have an employee whose spouse has a disability and requires ongoing care. The employee requested a modified work schedule so the employee can…
Considerations For Termination of an Underperforming Employee
May 22, 2026
Question: I run a small business and am considering terminating an employee. What are the main things I should consider, and what is the overall process for…
WorkplaceLaw
Every other Friday, the Workplace Law column in The Monterey Herald answers a timely question related to legal issues in the workplace.
If you have a workplace law question, please submit it to:
“Workplace Law,” c/o The Monterey Herald,
P.O. Box 271, Monterey CA 93942