Monthly Archives: February 2024
Is an Employer Required to Offer Bereavement Leave in California?
What happens if an employee requests leave to attend a funeral? In California, it is imperative that employers have the right policies in place to handle such requests. As of last year, all employers in California with five or more employees must grant workers at least five days of unpaid, job-protected bereavement leave if… Read More »
Preparing Employers for 2024: Four Changes to California Workplace Regulations
With a new year comes new laws. In California, legislators have recently enacted a number of different important labor and employment law changes. All companies and organizations should ensure that they are prepared. Here, our Riverside employment law attorney highlights four changes to California workplace laws that employers should address for 2024. Increased Minimum… Read More »
How Should an Employer in California Respond to a CRD Complaint?
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) is the state agency that is responsible for enforcing many civil rights laws, including employment regulations. What happens if your company receives notice of a CRD complaint? It is imperative that you respond proactively. Here, our California employer defense attorney highlights the steps that a business or an… Read More »
Employers Must Be Aware of Local Wage and Hour Ordinances
Employers must comply with federal and state wage and hour laws. These regulations are designed to ensure workers are paid fairly. Notably, a growing number of cities and counties in California have now enacted their own local wage and hour ordinances. It is imperative that businesses comply with these regulations as well. Here, our… Read More »
