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August 28, 2025

Understanding Piece-Rate Pay in California: Lessons from the J.B. Hunt Case

California wage and hour laws can be challenging for employers, especially when it comes to paying employees on a p...

August 1, 2025

Understanding Wage Deductions in California: A Guide for Employers

California wage and hour laws are among the most employee-protective in the nation, especially when it comes to wag...

July 10, 2025

The “Big Beautiful Bill”: What Employers Need to Know

The “Big Beautiful Bill”: What Employers Need to Know In early 2025, Congress passed a sweeping piece of federa...

May 13, 2025

Understanding California’s Freelance Worker Protection Act (SB 988): What Employers Need to Know in 2025

As of January 1, 2025, California employers working with independent contractors must comply with the state’s new...

April 8, 2025

ICE Audits Are on the Rise — Is Your I-9 Process Ready?

Form I-9 completion is a standard — and critical — part of the onboarding process in the U.S., but HR professio...

February 17, 2025

Navigating Workplace Raids and I-9 Audits: Key Guidance for Employers

As a new U.S. presidential administration takes office, employers must prepare for increased immigration enforcemen...

November 15, 2024

Company’s Arbitration Success May Impact Potential PAGA Claims – 3 Key Actions for Employers

California Court of Appeal Ruling in Rodriguez v. Lawrence Equipment, Inc: Company’s Arbitration Success May Imp...

October 15, 2024

California Senate Bill: New Limits on Employer Driver’s License Requirements

California Senate Bill 1100, signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 28, 2024, introduces new restric...

September 20, 2024

Navigating Complex Workplace Harassment, Retaliation, and Social Media Incidents: Lessons from Recent Court Cases

As workplaces evolve, so do the challenges related to maintaining a respectful and harassment-free environment. Rec...

August 19, 2024

California Supreme Court Exempts Public Entities from PAGA Claims in Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc.

The California Supreme Court’s ruling in Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. marks a significant development in ...

May 13, 2024

Enhancing Workplace Safety: The Importance of California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan

In recent years, workplace violence has emerged as a significant concern across various industries, highlighting th...

April 2, 2024

California Annual Pay Data Reporting Begins

The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) has updated its pay data reporting resources for 2024. Emplo...

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