Workplace Law Articles Archive
Updates to Form I-9 Enforcement Policy
May 8, 2026
Question: I heard that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently revised its enforcement policy for Form…
Update Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
April 24, 2026
Question: I have a workplace violence prevention plan, but I have not updated or reviewed it since I created it in…
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…
Requirements for Tip Pooling Arrangements
March 27, 2026
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
March 13, 2026
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…
Don’t Forget About New Guidelines on Harassment Prevention Heading Into 2026
December 19, 2025
Question: I heard that the California Civil Rights Department (“CRD”) published a Harassment Prevention Guide this…
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December 15, 2025
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