As 2024 rolls around, California businesses face a landscape of evolving legal regulations that demand. This article contains a brief summary of the seven legal updates that California businesses should be aware of in 2024.
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.
In the fast-paced and competitive business landscape, maintaining a competitive edge is crucial. One powerful tool in a company’s arsenal is the use of trade secrets. Trade secrets are confidential business information that provide a company with a competitive advantage. Whether it’s a unique manufacturing process, customer lists, or proprietary technology, safeguarding these secrets is essential to preserving a company’s innovation and market position.
Maximize employee performance with Performance Improvement Plans, or PIPs! This video explores three key reasons why PIPs are vital for your organization. Learn how PIPs clarify expectations, promote fairness, and create crucial written records to safeguard against litigation. Discover the tools you need for successful workforce management and legal risk mitigation. Watch now to empower your team and protect your company!
California recently passed two laws – SB 699 and AB 1076 – that impact non-compete agreements. Both laws will take effect on January 1, 2024.
Workplace social events play a crucial role in fostering camaraderie among employees, boosting morale, and enhancing overall workplace culture. However, these events can also pose legal challenges for employers.
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.
