The Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB) adjudicates claims by farm employers against employers in California. If your business faces an ALRB dispute, knowing the process and preparing will help protect your rights and ensure compliance with state labor laws....
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How can employers avoid misclassifying employees?
Misclassifying employees can lead to costly legal disputes, penalties, and back wages. California has strict classification laws, making it essential for employers to properly determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. Understanding these...
How can employers effectively manage disability accommodations?
Employers in California must follow the law when helping employees with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) require businesses to provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes major...
How can employers create effective anti-harassment policies?
Employers in California have an important role in ensuring their workplaces are free from harassment. A good anti-harassment policy helps make a workplace safer and shows that the company values respect. Having a strong policy also helps businesses follow the law and...
How can automated time tracking prevent wage and hour violations?
Employers face serious risks when they fail to comply with wage and hour laws. Automated time-tracking systems help businesses avoid these violations and protect employees. These tools play an important role in maintaining accurate records and ensuring fairness....
Can weekend emails and social media messages lead to wage claims?
Companies have had to change how they connect with consumers in an increasingly digital world. Even local businesses often need to have a website and a presence on major social media platforms. Customers and clients want quick and easy options for communicating with a...
What makes a termination policy legally compliant and ethical?
Every workplace needs clear rules about termination. These rules help protect the business and ensure workers are treated fairly and kindly. When companies follow the law and stick to their values, they can avoid problems and keep things running smoothly. Understand...
How should employers handle claims of discrimination?
Discrimination claims can be tough for both employees and employers. In California, employers need to deal with these claims quickly and fairly to keep a healthy work environment. Ignoring or mishandling discrimination claims can lead to more problems and hurt the...
Are you required to pay for your employees’ breaks?
Understanding California's break laws helps employers comply with regulations. Knowing when to pay employees during breaks is important to avoid legal issues. Paid rest breaks In California, employers must provide rest breaks to employees. Employees earn a 10-minute...
If employees date, employers are at risk of future litigation
When people work in close quarters with one another, they may grow to resent each other's foibles and personal habits. Other times, they may slowly become fonder of one another. Historically, the workplace has been a common location where people meet romantic...