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Associational Disability Accommodation Obligations Under FEHA
June 5, 2026
Question: I have an employee whose spouse has a disability and requires ongoing care. The employee requested a modified work schedule so the employee can take the spouse to pre-scheduled doctors’ appointments. Do I have to accommodate this request? Answer: Maybe. Historically, there has been confusion about whether California law (the Fair Employment…
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Question: As a business owner, I normally update my staff hourly wages at the beginning of each year. Can you remind…
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Question: My company is considering implementing a drug-testing policy for employees and applicants. Can my business…
Arbitration Agreements
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Question: I am interested in having my employees sign an arbitration agreement for employment-related disputes. Is…
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Question: I heard that California implemented a new law that changes the information employers must provide when they…
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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
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Question: I heard that the California Civil Rights Department (“CRD”) published a Harassment Prevention Guide this…
What to Keep in Mind for Company Holiday Celebrations
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Question: My company is planning a holiday party for our employees. Are there any legal considerations we should be…