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HR News & Trends
Jun 29
California Gets Serious About Workplace Safety: New Law Requires Workplace Violence Prevention Plans (Effective July 1, 2024)
California is taking a major step towards protecting employees from violence in the workplace. Senate Bill 553, effective July...
Mar 31
California's $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers
As of April 1, 2024, California law requires fast-food giants to pay their employees a minimum of $20.00 per hour.
Feb 12
California's Broad Definition of Disability: Protection for Employees in the Golden State
California prides itself on being progressive, and that extends to its disability rights laws.
Feb 5
California Strengthens Whistleblower Protections with Senate Bill 497
California employees have a stronger voice than ever before thanks to Senate Bill 497, which took effect on January 1, 2024.
Jan 29
California Strengthens Protections for Off-Duty Cannabis Users
With the arrival of 2024, two new laws are now in effect that significantly impact how employers can handle cannabis use.
Jan 22
California Strengthens Protections Against Non-Compete Agreements
California has long been an outlier in the world of non-competition agreements, with a public policy disfavoring them.
Jan 15
California Recognizes Reproductive Loss with New Leave Law
California has taken a significant step towards recognizing the emotional and physical impact of reproductive loss with the enactment of...
Jan 8
California Sick Leave Law Updates: What Employers Need to Know for 2024
Attention California employers! Significant changes to the state's sick leave laws went into effect on January 1, 2024.
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