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Potential Mileage Tax and Employer Reimbursements
April 10, 2026
Question: I heard that California is considering passing a mileage tax. Is that true? If it did, would I have to reimburse my employees for the tax? Answer: No, the Legislature isn’t currently considering a mileage tax—although there is a proposal to study whether one should be enacted. If such a tax is enacted, however, employers would likely need to…
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Potential Mileage Tax and Employer Reimbursements
April 10, 2026
Question: I heard that California is considering passing a mileage tax. Is that true? If it did, would I have to…
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Q: I run a small restaurant, and I want to make sure that everyone is rewarded equally for their hard work. Can I ask…
Updates Regarding Compensable Pre-Hire and Onboarding Activities
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Question: I am planning to hire a new employee soon. I have a few pre-employment activities planned for this new…
2026 Minimum Wage and Salary
February 27, 2026
Question: As a business owner, I normally update my staff hourly wages at the beginning of each year. Can you remind…
Reminders for Drug-Testing Policies
February 13, 2026
Question: My company is considering implementing a drug-testing policy for employees and applicants. Can my business…
Arbitration Agreements
January 30, 2026
Question: I am interested in having my employees sign an arbitration agreement for employment-related disputes. Is…
New Employer Layoff Notice Obligations in 2026
January 16, 2026
Question: I heard that California implemented a new law that changes the information employers must provide when they…
Updates to Protected Leave for Civic Duties and Victims of Violence
January 2, 2026
Question: I heard that—yet again—there are changes to an employee’s right to paid time off in California. Is this…