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Update on “Stay or Pay” Employment Contracts
November 6, 2026
Question: I heard that California’s “stay-or-pay” law was repealed. Is that true? Answer: No, the law was not repealed. Instead, it was delayed for a year. The state’s “stay-or-pay” restrictions were originally set to be effective January 1, 2026. On September 30, 2026, Governor Newsom signed AB 1697, which pauses enforcement of the restrictions until…
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Update on “Stay or Pay” Employment Contracts
November 6, 2026
Question: I heard that California’s “stay-or-pay” law was repealed. Is that true? Answer: No, the law was not…
Forms, Notices, and Other Employment Documents
October 23, 2026
Question: I’m starting a business in California and planning to hire employees. What documents or notices am I…
New Laws for 2027
October 9, 2026
Question: I heard there are some new California laws that will affect employers in 2027. What are the new laws, and…
Refresher on Exemption Thresholds
September 25, 2026
Question: I’m going to hire a new employee soon. I want this person to be exempt from the normal overtime and meal and…
Employment Restraining Orders
September 11, 2026
Question: I run a small restaurant. Over the past month, one of my staff member’s ex boyfriends has shown up several…
New Anti-Hate Speech Training Requirements
August 28, 2026
Question: I am a business owner and heard there are new anti-hate speech training requirements. Is this true, and if…
How Should a California Employer Handle a Deceased Employee’s Final Pay
August 14, 2026
Question: One of our employees recently passed away. How should a California employer handle the employee’s final pay,…
DOL Issues Guidance on FMLA Leave When Travelling to Medical Appointments
August 5, 2026
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has long allowed eligible employees to take leave to attend qualifying…