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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...
Jun 29, 2024


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.Â
Apr 1, 2024


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 12, 2024


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.
Feb 5, 2024


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.Â
Jan 29, 2024


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 22, 2024


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 15, 2024


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.Â
Jan 8, 2024
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