Workplace Law Articles Archive

New Model Template for Workplace Violence Prevention Plans

Question: I heard my business needs to establish a workplace violence prevention plan by July 1, 2024.  Is this a new…

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Prior Marijuana Use – No Questions Asked?

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

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Gender Identity and Expression Harassment

Question: I follow California’s requirements for posting notices and providing harassment prevention training to my…

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New, Relaxed Guidelines for Dealing with COVID in the Workplace

Question:  Have there been any changes to the testing requirements or isolation periods for COVID-19 positive cases in…

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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 of absence? Answer:…

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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 employees. Is this…

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New Year, New Minimum Wage

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

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Can an Employee Rescind a Resignation

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

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Ensuring a Festive Holiday Celebration for Your Company

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

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Time to Update Employee Handbooks

Question: Are there any new employment laws that require me to update my company’s employee handbook? Answer: Yes;…

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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 beneficial ownership…

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Question: My business has only four part-time employees and one volunteer. I was told that as a small employer I am not…

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