While it appears that numerous COVID-19 regulations and restrictions are expiring as we enter 2024, California employers still have compliance obligations to fulfill. Although California’s statutory COVID-19 regulations will come to an end this year, other COVID-19 regulations, such as Cal/OSHA’s requirements, will remain in effect until February 2025.
With 2024 around the corner, California has issued an updated Labor Code section 2810.5 notice for new hires. California employers should provide new hires a copy of this new Labor Code Notice effective January 1, 2024.
Videogame maker Activision Blizzard will pay $55 million to settle a 2021 lawsuit after allegations that it systematically discriminated against female employees.
California recently passed two laws – SB 699 and AB 1076 – that impact non-compete agreements. Both laws will take effect on January 1, 2024.
The federal district court in California recently granted final approval for a $3 million settlement in a wage dispute brought by Redfin real estate agents. The lawsuit, known as Bell v. Redfin Corp., involved allegations that Redfin misclassified agents as independent contractors and failed to pay proper wages, overtime, and premiums.
An arbitrator has found “just cause” for a nurse’s termination after she violated her employer’s social media policy by making offensive Facebook comments regarding demonstrations over the murder of George Floyd.
On October 11, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 848, which takes effect on January 1, 2024. SB 848 grants leaves of absence for reproductive-related losses and deems it an unlawful employment practice for employers to deny an eligible employee’s request for up to five (5) days of leave following a reproductive loss event.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law Senate Bill (“SB”) 497, a landmark piece of legislation designed to make it easier for employees to establish retaliation claims in the workplace. The new law will go into effect on January 1, 2024.
In the post-COVID world, remote work has become an integral part of the modern business landscape. Whether you are a small startup or a large corporation, the ability to offer flexible work arrangements is not only a competitive advantage but, in some cases, a necessity. However, the shift towards remote work comes with its own set of legal considerations that businesses must navigate to ensure both compliance and success.
On October 4, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 616, amending California’s Paid Sick Leave Laws, with the changes set to take effect on January 1, 2024.
