Workplace discrimination is far more common than many people realize. This means that a business that thinks that it’s doing everything it can to prevent discriminatory practices can end up on the receiving end of a lawsuit that can be costly to its bottom line and...
NDAs targeted in proposed California employment law
In California, employers use non-disclosure agreements for many reasons. They are put in place not just to protect business innovations and secrets, but to avoid the negative response if there are allegations of wrongdoing such as employment law violations. NDAs are...
What types of paid family leave can employees receive?
Employers should be familiar with federal and state paid family leave laws in California. Both the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) provide family leave options for employees that employers should be aware of. When can an...
Be proactive to avoid discrimination and harassment claims
Allegations of discrimination and harassment can cause extensive damage to your business. Of course these are serious matters and workers shouldn’t be subjected to unfair employment practices, but you may unknowingly find your business at the heart of a discrimination...
Balancing support for #metoo and protecting one’s business
We supports the #metoo movement and the positive effect on women’s rights. However, for business owners supporting this cause can also mean an increase in demand letters, lawsuits and other claims that are encouraged by the movement. This is why it is so important for...
How to deal with a workplace sexual harassment complaint
When the #Metoo movement swept the United States in 2017, everyone truly realized that sexual harassment still is far too common in the workplace. If you are a CEO, manager or human resources representative, you want to do all you can to root out any sexual harassment...
What is “undue hardship” under the ADA?
Many federal employment laws strive to strike a balance between individual and business interests. This holds true for the Americans with Disabilities Act. Under that law, businesses are required to make reasonable accommodations to allow disabled individuals to...
Retention agreements help companies retain crucial talent
The table has been set, and now your company prepares to complete the acquisition of a rival firm that brings additional strengths and new markets. Optimism prevails for your combined company as some predict that the sky is the limit. But hold on. A significant matter...
What are California’s overtime rules?
When you hire employees for your business, you must follow state labor laws when paying them. Because California is a very employee-friendly state when it comes to labor law, the Golden State has unique overtime rules. Businesses that fail to follow them could face...
The CROWN Act could become federal law
It's been a year since California became the first state to outlaw discrimination against natural hair in the workplace. Since then, six other states and two municipalities in additional states have passed their own CROWN Act. CROWN stands for Create a Respectful and...
