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October 11, 2024

Question: I heard that California expanded the leave available for victims of domestic violence. Is that true? What are…

September 27, 2024

Question: I just hired a new employee for the first time in a while. What steps should I take and what should I…

September 13, 2024

Question: I read about new regulations for indoor heat illness prevention. What do I need to do to comply with these…

August 30, 2024

Question: A staff member has requested time off to participate in activities at their child’s school. Am I required…

August 2, 2024

Question: I heard that a law called the “PAGA” was reformed to make it more employer friendly. What is the PAGA and…

July 19, 2024

Question: As a bar owner, do I need to provide drug testing kits to patrons after July 1, 2024? Answer: Yes. Beginning…

July 5, 2024

Question: My company prepared a written workplace violence prevention plan to comply with the new law on workplace…

June 21, 2024

Question: A few teenagers have come to my business looking for a summer job. What should I consider when hiring a…

June 7, 2024

Question: I own a small, local business and lack the time or resources to recruit new employees. I’m considering using…

May 24, 2024

Question: I own a restaurant, and we include a service charge or automatic gratuity on serving large parties. I heard…

May 10, 2024

Question: I heard the Department of Labor changed the salary threshold for employees who are exempt from overtime pay.…

April 26, 2024

Question: As an employer, what can I do to help my employees with their work-life balance? Answer: In the age of…