BUILDING SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES
In a traditional office setting, employees understand and expect limited privacy. Companies often use a range of monitoring and surveillance measures to oversee productivity, promote security and ensure compliance with policies. Yet, the rise of remote work blurs the...
As you likely know as an employer, non-compete agreements are not enforceable in California. The Golden State has been ahead of the growing nationwide movement towards ending or at least minimizing the use of these agreements and their restrictions. California law on...
Protecting employee rights is a significant responsibility under state and federal law. However, these laws may only be as effective as the collective efforts from the involved parties, the employees, and employers. Business leaders can have a massive impact,...
Among the many challenges employers face is managing unauthorized overtime. One or two employees working extra hours without permission may seem nomimal , but the cost substantially increases if additional employees do the same. How employers handle this situation can...
California employment laws are some of the most stringent in the country and they tend to favor employee rights. As an employer, you should know that you also have rights. It is imperative that you understand your rights to ensure that employees do not take advantage...
All organizations in the world take different measures to prevent workplace harassment, but there is no guaranteed way to stop it from happening. Employers can establish procedures to address them legally and ethically. However, their implementation can come with a...
California has more types of employee leave laws than many states do. With the new year comes yet another type of leave that allows employees to take some time off to deal with a family trauma. Specifically, the new law requires employers to give employees up to five...
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) empowers individuals to voice their experiences at work. This includes any instances of retaliation or discrimination. This law is important because it protects employee rights while serving as a defense for...
The cases of harassment plaguing companies seem never-ending. Mishandling these sensitive matters can have a detrimental impact on an employer, hindering their ability to attract and retain talent while fostering a toxic work culture. More importantly, employers risk...
Employers in California must avoid retaliation claims to maintain a positive reputation. Retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in a protected activity. These activities may include filing a complaint or participating in an...