Key Legislative Updates and New Employment Laws Affecting California Employers In the ever-evolving landscape of California employment laws, 2024 brings forth a wave of changes that demand the attention of employers and business owners. As we navigate the post-COVID era, the employment landscape has been shaped by various factors, including the ongoing pandemic. In this […]
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Starting a new business can be an exciting time for small business owners and entrepreneurs in Southern California. You’ve got a great idea, you’ve put in the sweat equity to develop your business plan and strategy and you are ready to bring your new venture to life. Congratulations! One very important step that is often […]
Articles, California Employment Law, Employment Law
Navigating Decision-Making Processes in LLCs: A Guide for Southern California Business Owners
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As a business owner in Southern California, you understand the importance of making informed decisions for the success of your company. Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) offer a flexible and popular business structure that allows for efficient decision-making. In this article, we’ll delve into the various methods LLC members and managers employ to make and […]
Articles, California Employment Law, Wage and Hour Laws
Independent Contractors in California: What You Need to Know
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As an employer in California, it is important to be aware of and understand the wage and hour rules and regulations set forth in the Labor Code. An employer’s failure to do so can lead to lengthy and costly litigation. One of the most common allegations against employers in California falls under California’s Labor Code […]
Articles, California Employment Law, Employee Classification, Employment Law
Correctly Classifying Your Employees: What You Need to Know
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As an employer in California, it is important to be aware of and understand the wage and hour rules and regulations set forth in the Labor Code. An employer’s failure to do so can lead to lengthy and costly litigation. One of the most common violations California employers encounter stems from misclassifying their employees, thereby […]
Articles, California Employment Law, Employment Law, Fair Employment and Housing
An Overview: California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act
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Discrimination in the workplace is something that employers always try to prevent. To that end, employers should be consistently training and monitoring supervisors and employees alike to ensure the workplace is free from discrimination, as employers in California are subject to many federal and state regulations around discrimination, specifically California’s “Fair Employment and Housing Act,” […]
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As a California Employer, Do You Understand the Myriad of Benefits Employees are Entitled To? Learn what you need to know in our latest blog post below. California has a myriad of benefits employees are entitled to outside of their regular wage. One such benefit California affords employees is vacation time, but there are many […]
Articles, California Employment Law, Employee Termination, Employment Law
How to Properly Terminate an Employee
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Do you have questions about how to terminate employees in California? Terminating an employee is not an enjoyable experience for anyone involved. Not only are emotions in play, but as an employer there are a number of legal questions and concerns to navigate when terminating an employee. Given this reality, it is important to be […]
With the holiday season fast approaching, there’s no time like the present to familiarize yourself with the obligations you as an employer face under California’s employment laws. This article will cover topics ranging from holiday season employer practices, vacation accrual requirements, and other related issues you are likely to encounter as an employer during the […]
What are the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and the California Labor Code? The FLSA is a set of federal wage and hour laws that establish things such as minimum wage, overtime regulations, and related employee-employer standards. Similarly, the Labor Code sets out California specific wage and hour laws – laws that generally mirror the […]