California has several new employment laws on the books, at least one of which may affect employers issuing employment agreements now deemed “against public policy.” Assembly Bill 465, effective January 1, 2017, adds a new section to the Labor Code that prohibits employers from compelling employees to resolve employment disputes outside of California. Such provisions…
California business owners: Have you taken a look through your employee handbook in a while? Thanks, in part, to the numerous recent updates to state and federal employment law, it is probably time. The new year is an ideal time to update employment policies. Maintaining current employee handbooks ensures that employees are aware of their…
The distinction between exempt and non-exempt employees can, at times, be unclear for many employers. State and federal law may apply regardless. Indeed, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that employers classify jobs as either exempt or nonexempt, so misclassifying an employee, even unintentionally, can result in serious legal trouble. Nonexempt Employees
On January 1, 2017, employers in California with headquarters outside of the Golden State will be treated the same as in-state employers insofar as applying California Law. Labor Code Section 925, which applies to employment contracts with employees who live and work primarily in California, prohibits the use of contract provisions that apply another state’s…
The results are in and we’re taking a look ahead at the potential changes in laws and policies that could impact employers in President-Elect Trump’s new administration. Particularly, we will be closely monitoring:
Employment policies continue to be closely scrutinized by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and certain policies seem to be receiving particular attention. Not surprisingly, some of these policies relate to social media. A somewhat new area in the employment world, the role of social media is just being carved out in the courts and…
Many business owners feel as though operating within the City of Los Angeles is not an easy task and, unfortunately, the City has recently made it even more challenging. As of July 1, 2016, employers covered by both the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 (more on that here) and the City Ordinances…
Employers in California must be increasingly cognizant of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it applies to employees and prospective employees. Title 1 of the Act specifically prohibits employers with 15 or more employees from discriminating against workers who have a disability. An individual with a disability is a person who: · Has a…
Employers, you may want to take a seat for this… Recently, the Supreme Court of California ruled that under Industrial Welfare Commission Wage Order No. 7-2001, “all working employees shall be provided with suitable seats when the nature of the work reasonably permits the use of seats.” The court held that employers must examine the…
In Silicon Beach and throughout Los Angeles, offering meals to employees is becoming the norm. And not just any meals, but gourmet meals that cater to carnivores and vegans alike. While employees are thrilled, employers may be starting to look at their bottom line and question how long they can afford such a luxury. Perhaps…