New Labor Code Section Prevents Employers from Using Out-of-State Choice of Laws Provisions in Contracts with California Employees -
On September 27, 2016 Governor Jerry Brown signed a new law impacting the contract...more
12/6/2016
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Paid Sick Leave Act ,
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White-Collar Exemptions
In keeping with California’s reputation of being an employee-friendly state, Governor Brown has enacted a number of laws, most of which go into effect on January 1, 2017 (unless specified otherwise below), that place...more
11/30/2016
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Who Are My Employees?
The legal landscape for employers is changing. Led by the National Labor Relations Board (the “NLRB”), there is a growing trend to hold employers accountable, not only for their own employees, but...more
7/8/2016
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Attention California Employers: New Employment Laws Affecting Your Business Take Effect on January 1, 2016 -
In past years the Governor of California has enacted new laws related to employment that place additional...more
In past years the Governor of California has enacted new laws related to employment that place additional burdens on employers, while granting additional rights to employees. This year is no exception. Although there is some...more