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Category Archives: Labor Laws
Can an Employer Deny Unpaid Time Off in California? 2023
Work is an important part of your life because it allows you to support yourself and your loved ones. There are times, however, when you may need to be away from work. In these circumstances, it is important to understand your employer’s time-off policies. Some…
Can I Sue My Employer for Firing Me Under False Accusations in California?
Whether you enjoy your job or simply tolerate it for the paycheck, you likely rely on the income it provides to support your family. When something threatens this income, it can put you and your family in a place of financial vulnerability, and because of…
California 4-Hour Minimum Shift Law 2023: All You Need to Know
Most employees in California operate under standard 8- to 10-hour shifts. There are many employees, however, who work odd hours. They cannot rely on arriving and leaving work at the same time each day. For example, on-call workers may have a lot of work one…
More changes to CA’s controversial independent contractor law
As soon as California passed the landmark law known as AB 5, people were discussing changes. The goal of AB 5, according to its supporters, was to crack down on misclassification by instituting a much stricter definition of what it means to be an independent…
Federal relief funds boost California unemployment offerings
The pandemic of 2020 devastated local economies, placing millions of Americans in unemployment and debilitating small businesses. In response, the federal government passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to help states recover and provide extended benefits to citizens. Now months into…
California businesses face new rules over use of contractors
Companies in the Golden State will face strict new regulations over their use of independent contractors after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law, which will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020. According to a report by the LA Times, supporters say the…
What the new extension means for sexual harassment training
When the #MeToo movement started sweeping the nation, California was one of the quickest states to respond to the increased exposure of sexual harassment in the workplace. They passed several laws in an attempt to make safer work environments for workers of all ages and…
Who is a contractor and who is an employee in California?
California has recently passed Assembly Bill 5 which deals with how companies classify those who work for them. It deals with the difference between contractors and employees. Contractors are often not afforded the same rights as employees, such as paid sick time and workers’ compensation, which…
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