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What Employers Should Know About New CAL-Warn Notice Requirements (January 1, 2026)
Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that expanded employer obligations under the California Warn Act (CAL-Warn). Employers should be aware that they may be subject to additional notice requirements starting on January 1, 2026. Here, our California employment attorney provides an overview of the key things businesses and organizations should know about… Read More »
California Appeals Court Finds So-Called “Headless” PAGA Claims Permissible
In July of 2025, a California appellate court found that so-called “headless” PAGA claims are permissible (CRST Expedited Inc. v. Superior Court of Fresno County). It is an important decision, though the California Supreme Court may eventually need to weigh in on the matter. At Sloat Law Group, APC, we are committed to empowering… Read More »
Recent California Employment Case Shows Importance of Avoiding Appearance of Retaliation
On August 5, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that an employer in California has agreed to pay $20,000 and take other remedial action in order to settle a workplace retaliation case. Martinez Animal Hospital reportedly terminated employment without properly considering religious accommodation. Here, our California employment lawyer explains how this case… Read More »
Minimum Wage is Increasing in California in 2026 (Employers Need to Be Prepared)
As confirmed by the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), the minimum hourly wage will increase in our state to $16.90 starting on January 1, 2026. It is jumping up $0.40 from the current minimum wage rate. Employers need to automatically make the change for affected employees. Here, our California employment lawyer provides a… Read More »
California Supreme Court Issues Big Decision in Employment Arbitration Case
Arbitration is a big issue in employment law in California. There are a lot of questions about when an employee can (and cannot) be compelled to arbitrate a dispute. Recently, the California Supreme Court issued an important decision on the matter in the case of Hohenshelt v. Superior Court. Here, our Riverside County employment… Read More »
Are Employers in California Required to Provide Sexual Harassment Training?
Sexual harassment prevention is a critical workplace issue. California law takes it very seriously. Employers across the state are required to comply with specific training mandates designed to protect employees and reduce the risk of unlawful conduct. The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) does have workplace sexual harassment training requirements. Here, our Riverside… Read More »
California Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Employers in “Exempt Employee” Sick Leave Case
On August 4, 2025, the California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division 1 ruled in favor of an employer on the issue of exemptions for salespeople. In the case of Hirdman v. Charter Communications, LLC, the appellate court determined that “outside” sales people can be properly classified as “exempt employees” for the purposes of… Read More »
New AI-Related Employment Regulations are Coming to California on October 1st
Earlier this year, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) issued new employment regulations related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by employers. The regulations took effect in the state on October 1, 2025. Within this article, our California employment law attorney for employers highlights the key things that you and your company should… Read More »
Appeals Court in California Clarifies that Plaintiff in PAGA Case Must File a Timely Individual Claim
On April 22, 2025, the Second Appellate District for the California Courts of Appeal issued an important rule in a Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) case. In Williams v. Alacrity Solutions Group, LLC, the appellate court determined that an employee must file a timely individual claim in order to be eligible to file a… Read More »
What to Do If an Employee Brings a Wage and Hour Complaint Against You in California
Is your business or organization in California facing a wage and hour complaint from a worker? If so, it is imperative that you take a proactive approach to protect the best interests of your company. All wage and hour claims should be taken seriously—even if you are certain that the employee is raising a… Read More »