Workplace Law Articles Archive
New Required Notice and Expansion of California Paid Sick Leave
January 5, 2024
Question: I recently learned I must increase the amount of paid sick leave I’m providing to my employees. Is this…
New Year, New Minimum Wage
December 22, 2023
Question: As a business owner, I normally update my staff hourly wages and salaries each January. What is the minimum…
Can an Employee Rescind a Resignation
December 8, 2023
Question: One of my employees sent me an email resigning from their job, and then later told me they wanted to take it…
Ensuring a Festive Holiday Celebration for Your Company
November 24, 2023
Question: We are in the process of planning our holiday party. What legal considerations should we be aware of to…
Time to Update Employee Handbooks
November 10, 2023
Question: Are there any new employment laws that require me to update my company’s employee handbook? Answer: Yes;…
Do the New Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Apply to Your Business?
November 7, 2023
By Tara Clemens Beginning January 1, 2024, most business entities will be required to submit beneficial ownership…
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
October 27, 2023
Question: My business has only four part-time employees and one volunteer. I was told that as a small employer I am not…
New Fair Chance Act Regulations
September 29, 2023
Question: Our company conducts criminal background checks of prospective employees. Do we need to change our procedures…
Potential Increase in Paid Sick Days for Employees
September 15, 2023
Question: I run a small business and provide my employees with 3 days of sick leave per year. Someone told me employees…
Court Clarifies Pregnancy Disability Discrimination Law
September 1, 2023
Question: I am a new manager, and I’m confused about how to handle work restrictions for employees who are pregnant.…
How Far Does an Employer’s Duty of Care Extend?
July 21, 2023
Question: One of my employees is stating he contracted COVID-19 at work and his spouse and child then got COVID-19.…
Mid-Year Check-In
July 19, 2023
Question: I try my best to stay up to date on new employment laws. I just realized that it’s already July and I’m…