New Model Template for Workplace Violence Prevention Plans

Question: I heard my business needs to establish a workplace violence prevention plan by July 1,…


Prior Marijuana Use – No Questions Asked?

Question:  I’ve heard that, as a business owner, I can no longer ask employees or potential…


Gender Identity and Expression Harassment

Question: I follow California’s requirements for posting notices and providing harassment…


New, Relaxed Guidelines for Dealing with COVID in the Workplace

Question:  Have there been any changes to the testing requirements or isolation periods for…


Leave of Absence as a Reasonable Accommodation

Question: My employee has been on medical leave for 2 months. How long do I have to provide a leave…


New Required Notice and Expansion of California Paid Sick Leave

Question:  I recently learned I must increase the amount of paid sick leave I’m providing to my…


New Year, New Minimum Wage

Question:  As a business owner, I normally update my staff hourly wages and salaries each January.…


Can an Employee Rescind a Resignation

Question:  One of my employees sent me an email resigning from their job, and then later told me…


Ensuring a Festive Holiday Celebration for Your Company

Question: We are in the process of planning our holiday party. What legal considerations should we…


Time to Update Employee Handbooks

Question: Are there any new employment laws that require me to update my company’s employee…


Do the New Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Apply to Your Business?

By Tara Clemens Beginning January 1, 2024, most business entities will be required to submit…


Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Question: My business has only four part-time employees and one volunteer. I was told that as a…