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August 17, 2023
In today's diverse and multicultural work environment, respecting and accommodating religious practices is vital to foster an inclusive and harmonious workplace. Business owners, executives, and management have a responsibility to ensure that employees can freely exercise their religious beliefs while maintaining a productive and respectful work environment.
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August 15, 2023
California’s hourly minimum wage is set to increase again, from $15.50 to $16.00, for all employers effective January 1, 2024. Last month, the Director of California’s Department of Finance published a letter stating that the minimum wage is increasing by 3.5% to account for an inflation adjustment.
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August 10, 2023
One of the benefits that many workers look forward to is paid vacation time. Taking time off to relax and rejuvenate is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. However, what happens to accrued vacation days when an employee's employment comes to an end?
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August 9, 2023
Fostering diversity and inclusivity hinges on the Americans with Disabilities Act and California Fair Employment and Housing Act accommodations. Adhering to ADA and FEHA regulations, coupled with integrating best practices, cultivates a lawful and just environment that celebrates diversity and magnifies the potential of every individual.
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August 8, 2023
Last Tuesday, August 1st, three former dancers for Grammy-winning artist Lizzo filed a sexual and racial harassment lawsuit against her, accusing her of creating a hostile work environment, including weight shaming and sexually denigrating behavior.
Resources
August 3, 2023
In today's interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of both personal and professional life. As businesses embrace digital platforms to connect with customers and promote their brand, they must also navigate the potential risks and challenges associated with social media use in the workplace.
News
August 2, 2023
In a landmark decision, the California Supreme Court in People ex rel. Lilia Garcia-Brower v. Kolla's Inc., expanded whistleblower protections for employees by declaring that whistleblowers are protected under Labor Code § 1102.5, even if the employer was previously aware of the misconduct.
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August 1, 2023
On July 25, the United Parcel Service and labor union International Brotherhood of Teamsters reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement for approximately 340,000 UPS workers. The deal was reached a week before a threatened strike that could have disrupted a quarter of the nation’s package shipments and cost the economy billions.
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July 26, 2023
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced changes to Form I-9, effective August 1, 2023.
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July 25, 2023
Earlier this month, the California Court of Appeal held in Thai v. International Business Machines (IBM) Corp. that even when governmental health and safety orders made working from home mandatory during the COVID-19 pandemic, employers may still be liable for necessary business expenses employees incurred while being required to work from home under California Labor Code section 2802.
